asone: Fluticasone, Mometasone

Cards (11)

  • What are the two medications listed under 'asone'?
    Fluticasone, Mometasone
  • What is the therapeutic class of Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    Anti-Inflammatory
  • What is the pharmacologic class of Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    Corticosteroid
  • What is the primary action of Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    Increases anti-inflammatory mediators
  • How do Fluticasone and Mometasone affect mucus production?
    They decrease mucus production
  • What effect do Fluticasone and Mometasone have on bronchial hyperresponsiveness?
    They decrease bronchial hyperresponsiveness
  • What are some common side effects of Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    Cough, sore throat, oral pharyngeal candidiasis
  • Why is good oral hygiene important for patients using Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    To prevent oral pharyngeal candidiasis
  • What should a nurse educate a patient about when using inhaler medications?
    Proper use of inhaler medications
  • What nursing consideration involves managing dryness for patients on Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    Increase fluids to reduce dryness
  • What are the key nursing considerations for patients using Fluticasone and Mometasone?
    • Provide patient education on proper inhaler use
    • Ensure good oral hygiene
    • Increase fluid intake to reduce dryness