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-Promotes normalization
of intestinal flora.
NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES
CONTRAINDICATION/S (at least 10)
Before:
Not for use in immune > check the doctor’s order
compromised patients > Shake drug well before administration
(cancer patients on >Administer drug within 30 minutes after opening container.
chemotherapy, patients taking
immune suppressant meds) During:
> administer the right drug
> explain to the patient about the importance and purpose of the drug
> administer at the right time and right dosage
> Dilute drug with sweetened milk, orange juice or tea
After:
> document and record.
> take note of side effects: stomach upset or diarrhea
> report severe diarrhea, difficulty breathing and unusual tiredness or
fatigue, pain at injection site
> take patient’s V/S
> perform bedside care
Patient’s Name / Room No.