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Using Benedryl with pts with a subdural hematoma

KLRyanRNBSN replied to wgrassmRN's topic in Safety

Diphenhydramine ("Benadryl") is an antihistamine. Histamine acts as a neurotransmitter. Therefore, even if you have a prn order, I would not give Benadryl to any neuro patient. Period. Especially in older patients, diphenydramine can cause confus...