Fentanyl
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Fentanyl can be used to treat cancer pain or to enhance anaesthesia during surgery and it acts as in the central nervous system to relieve pain. The classification of Fentanyl, its cautions, common side-effects, interactions, and administration are discussed along with patient teaching and nursing considerations.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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The effectiveness of transdermal fentanyl in palliative care
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This article examines the effectiveness of transdermal fentanyl in the treatment of cancer-associated pain, and compares the drug to other opioids. Topics include pain control in cancer patients and the adverse effects of fentanyl.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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Clinical: Combined oral contraceptives
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Combined oral contraceptives help to prevent pregnancy by mimicking hormones. The various first, second and third generation combined oral contraceptives are mentioned along with their action, classification and side effects.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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