[Verified Answer]: The nurse is caring for a client just…

The nurse is caring for a client just admitted to the hospital for dehydration and has tested positive for Influenza A and B. The client complains of constant nasal drainage, a congested cough, nausea and vomiting. Recent VS were: T 99.9 F, P 104, R 22, BP 98/40, SpO2 94% on room air. The provider entered orders for cetirizine 10 mg PO daily, ondansetron 8 mg IVP Q6H PRN, and 0.9% sodium chloride at 100 mL/hr. What condition is each med treating and what class is it? What education will the nurse provide related to each med? Cetirizine – Ondansetron – Sodium chloride – Are there any medications the nurse would question? What assessments will the nurse use to monitor the client’s condition? What other meds could be considered to treat this client’s problems? What non-pharmacological interventions might help the client?