Influenza Vaccine

NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets Generic Name Influenze Vaccine Peak Unknown

Trade Name Fluvirin

Classification Vaccination

Dose

Route

Time/frequency

1 cc

IM

1 dose per season

Onset

Duration

For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions

Unknown

Unknown

N/A

Mechanism of action and indications (Why med ordered) Ordered so that when the virus infects the person the patient will already have been exposed to the virus and will be able to fight it off more effectively. Preventative action.

Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Hypersensitivity to eggs/egg products, hypersensitivity to thimerosal Common side effects Local soreness, fever, myalgia, possible neurologic toxicity

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) May decrease antibody response to injection

Lab value alterations caused by medicine N/A

Nursing Process- Assessment (Pre-administration assessment) Previous immunization history and history of hypersensitivity. History of Asthma, history of latex allergy

Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication May be sore at site of injection

Assessment Why would you hold or not give this med? Fever, allergies-eggs especially, hypersensitivity

Evaluation Check after giving Allergic reactions excessive soreness.