OTC medication
What is the brand name of Ibuprofen?
Advil, Motrin
heat/ice packs help with...
cramping
aches
pain
How do we find the right dose of medication?
Check the label.
Side effects of low-dose aspirin are
Rash
pain in the upper abdomen
nausea
unexpected bleeding
Who are the credible sources from your healthcare team?
Pediatrician
Family nurse practitioner
Nurse
What is the brand name of Acetaminophen?
Tylenol
How often should you take prenatal vitamins?
Prenatal vitamins should be taken daily or as directed by the healthcare provider.
Can we use a syringe or a spoon to give medication to children?
No. Use dosing-specific cups.
side effects of NSAID drugs ( Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen) are
Headache
Constipation
Nausea and vomiting
swelling and unexpected bleeding
Can we use health information from any website on google?
NO.
We should not give Ibuprofen to babies under what age?
6 months
Why do we use prenatal vitamins during pregnancy?
Help supplement the increased requirements for nutrients.
Can we take Motrin, Ibuprofen, or Advil at the same time?
No.
Side effects of Tylenol are
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fatigue
Rash
Some recommended sources for health information are
Health care Team
March of dimes
national institute of health
Center for disease control
Websites ending with .gov, .org
Which OTC pain relief medications we can use during pregnancy?
Tylenol
Ibuprofen/Advil/Motrin
What can we use to relieve morning sickness?
Ginger
What can we do to keep track of dosing times?
Writing down times
Set reminders
which medication causes constipation and agitation in childern?
Tylenol/Acetaminophen
How to check if a source is credible?
Currency
relevance
authority
accuracy
purpose
Why using low-dose aspirin is important during pregnancy?
Prevents the development of preeclampsia.
Do not leave heat/ice packs on the skin for more than...
20 minutes
What information can we find on the label?
Active ingredients
Inactive ingredients
Warnings
Directions to use
Storage information
when to contact physician
When not to use
Consult a physician rigth away when you experience which side effect?
Unexpected bleeding
Which of the following is a credible source of health information?