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What is the brand name of Ertapenem?
Which classifications apply to Ertapenem? (Select all that apply)
What is the typical dosing for Ertapenem?
1 g daily for 5-14 days
What routes can Ertapenem be administered?
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What is the infusion time for IVPB of Ertapenem?
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What are some uses of Ertapenem? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following are side effects of Ertapenem? (Select all that apply)
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What are the nursing implications for administering Ertapenem IM?
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What is the action of Ertapenem?
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Study Notes
Ertapenem Overview
- Brand name for Ertapenem is Invanz.
- Classified as a carbapenem antibiotic, effective against a broad range of infections.
Dosage and Administration
- Standard dosing is 1 g daily for a treatment duration of 5-14 days.
- Administered via routes: intramuscular (IM) and intravenous (IV).
Infusion Guidelines
- IV piggyback (IVPB) infusion time is typically 30 minutes.
Clinical Uses
- Indicated for treatment of pneumonia, as well as skin, genitourinary (GU), and intra-abdominal infections.
Side Effects
- Potential side effects include:
- Seizures
- Gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort
- Anaphylaxis
- Hypotension
- Dizziness
- Electrolyte imbalance
Nursing Considerations
- For IM administration, inject deeply into a large muscle mass within 1 hour of reconstitution.
- Reconstitution should be done with 3.2 mL of lidocaine 1% (without epinephrine).
Mechanism of Action
- Ertapenem acts by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to bacterial cell death.
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