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What is the drug classification of Thiamine?
The dose range for oral supplementation of Thiamine is __________ mg per day.
1 - 1.6
What is the pharmacological action of Thiamine?
Carbohydrate metabolism
Which of the following are therapeutic uses of Thiamine? (Select all that apply)
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What are some side effects or adverse effects associated with Thiamine?
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There are known medication/food interactions with Thiamine.
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What should nursing interventions for Thiamine include?
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What nursing administration concerns should be monitored when administering Thiamine?
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What indicates the effectiveness of Thiamine medication?
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Study Notes
Thiamine Overview
- Classification: Thiamine is categorized as a vitamin, specifically part of the B-complex vitamins.
Dose Range
- For deficiency treatment:
- Oral (PO): 5-10 mg three times daily (TID)
- Intravenous (IV): 5-100 mg TID
- For supplementation:
- PO: 1 - 1.6 mg per day
Pharmacological Action
- Essential for carbohydrate metabolism, playing a key role in converting food into energy.
Therapeutic Uses
- Serves as a dietary supplement for individuals with gastrointestinal diseases, alcoholism, or cirrhosis.
- Effective in treating beriberi, a condition caused by thiamine deficiency.
- Critical for preventing Wernicke's encephalopathy, a neurological disorder.
Side Effects/Adverse Effects
- Rare side effects typically linked to high doses or IV administration.
- Possible adverse reactions include:
- Restlessness and weakness
- Respiratory distress
- Vascular collapse and gastrointestinal bleeding
- Hypotension
Medication/Food Interactions
- No known interactions with other medications or foods.
Nursing Interventions/Client Education
- Instruct patients not to exceed the prescribed dosage.
- Encourage consumption of thiamine-rich foods such as whole grains, cereal, meat, and fresh vegetables.
- Monitor for signs and symptoms of thiamine deficiency.
- Evaluate the patient’s overall nutritional status.
Nursing Administration Concerns
- Continually assess nutritional status, including diet and weight, throughout thiamine therapy.
- Keep a close watch on patients receiving IV thiamine for signs of anaphylaxis.
- Use thiamine cautiously in patients with a known diagnosis of Wernicke’s encephalopathy.
Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness
- Success is measured by the prevention or reduction of thiamine deficiency effects.
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