drug, maintain airway, administer epinephrine, aminophylline, O2, IV corticosteroids for anaphylaxis SILVER SULFADIAZINE (topical)Silvadene, SSD, SSD AFFunc. class.: Local antiinfectiveChem. class.: SulfonamideAction: Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis, broad-spectrumUses: Burns (2nd, 3rd degree); prevention of wound sepsisDosage and routes:•Adult and child: TOP apply 1/16 in to affected area qd-bidAvailable forms: Cream 10 mg/gSide effects/adverse reactions:INTEG:Rash, urticaria, stinging, burning, itching, pain, skin necrosis, erythemaHEMA:Reversible leukopeniaContraindications: Hypersensitivity, child *2 moPrecautions: Impaired renal function, pregnancy (C), impaired hepatic function, lactationNURSING CONSIDERATIONSAssess:•Allergic reaction: burning, stinging, swelling, redness•Renal function studies; check for crystalluriaAdminister:•Using aseptic technique, use sterile gloves•Enough medication to cover burns completely; keep covered with medication at all times•After cleansing debris before each application; bathe daily•Analgesic before application if neededPerform/provide:•Storage at room temperature in dry placeEvaluate:•Therapeutic response: relief of infectionTeach patient/family:•That drug may be continued until graft can be doneTRIAMCINOLONEFunc. class.: CorticosteroidChem. class.: Glucocorticoid, intermediate-actingAction: Decreases inflammation by suppression of migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes, fibroblasts, reversal to increase capillary permeability and lysosomal stabilizationUses: Severe inflammation, immunosuppression, neoplasms, asthma (steroid dependent), collagen, respiratory, dermatologic disordersDosage and routes:•Adult: PO 4-48 mg/day in divided doses qd-qid; IM 40 mg qwk (acetonide, or diacetate), 5-48 mg into neoplasms (diacetate, acetonide), 2-40 mg into joint or soft tissue (diacetate, acetonide), 0.5 mg/sq in of affected in...
