Multivitamin

1 Elisabeth Fandrich itaminNURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets (You will need to make additional copies of these forms) Generic Name Trade Name Multiple One-a-day vitamins Peak Onset Unknown unknown

Classification Vitamins

Dose 1 pill

Duration unknown

Mechanism of action and indications (Why med ordered) Contain fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, and E) and most water-soluble vitamins (B-complex vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, vitamin C, biotin, and folic acid). These vitamins are a diverse group of compounds necessary for normal growth and development. Many act as coenzymes or catalysts in numerous metabolic processes Liquid products do not contain folic acid

Route po

Time/frequency Q day

For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions N/A Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity to preservatives, colorants, or additives, including tartrazine, saccharin, and aspartame (oral forms) Some products contain alcohol and should be avoided in patients with known intolerance Use Cautiously in: Patients with anemia of undetermined cause Common side effects In recommended doses, adverse reactions are extremely rare

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically) None for this patient

Nursing Process- Assessment (Pre-administration assessment) Nutritionally balanced/imbalanced diet

Lab value alterations caused by medicine None known Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Encourage patient to comply with recommendations of health care professional. Explain that the best source of vitamins is a well-balanced diet with foods from the 4 basic food groups

Assessment Why would you hold or not give this med? Excessive intake of fat soluble vitamins

Evaluation Check after giving Prevention or decrease in the symptoms of vitamin deficiency