Unit 4222-616 Administer medication to individuals and monitor the effects Outcome 1 1) Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication. Legislations, policies and protocols that are relevant to the administration of medication include the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH, the Medicines Act, the Misuse of Drugs Act, the Health and Social Care Act. Outcome 2 1) Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects. Aspirin - relieves minor aches and pains. Reduces fever and is an anti inflammatory.
Outcome 5 Be able to administer and monitor individuals’ medication 1. select the route for the administration of medication, according to the patient’s plan of care and the drug to be administered, and prepare the site if necessary Oral medication The majority of medicines are formulated for oral administration. This means they are to be taken via the mouth, in the form of a tablet, capsule, liquid or suspension. These medicines come in a variety of shapes and sizes, colours and taste. Inhalation administration This method is used mostly for patients who have chronic respiratory problems such as asthma. This enables the medicine to be delivered to the site where it is most needed – the lungs.
(for example physician, case management, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, dietary, etc) What information should the nurse provide? The physician will order testing such as blood test and urinalysis to determine presence of infection and what type of bacteria is present. The physician may prescribe medication or bladder irrigation to treat the infection. The nurse will administer the medication and explain the medications: how pt should take when to take and what pt should be aware of as far as side effects and anything that should be
What diagnostic findings differentiate meningitis from encephalitis? 6. What classes of medications would most likely be prescribed for a client with acute bacterial meningitis and identify 2 nursing implications for each medication listed (e.g., Verify allergies, assess renal and hepatic function (if risk for toxic effects on these systems)? 7. Explain essential nursing
amoxicillin, Flucloxacillin, Penicillin. | Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. | Diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting are the most common side effects. Some people get a fungal infection such as thrush after treatment with antibiotics for a longer period of time. More serious side-effects of antibiotics include kidney problems, blood disorders, increased sensitivity to the sun and deafness.
Unit 4222-616 Administer medication to individuals and monitor the effects (ASM 3) Outcome 1: Understand legislation, policy and procedures relevant to administration of medication. 1.1) Legislation – The Medicines Act Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations The Health and Safety at Work Act The Misuse of Drugs Act The Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regulations Health and Social Care Act Essential Standards Data Protection Act Hazardous Waste Regulations. Outcome 2: Know about common types of medication and their use 2.1) The common types of medication are Analgesics e.g. paracetamol, antibiotics e.g. amoxicillin, antidepressants e.g.
An accurate record also needs to be kept to show how what and when medicines have been administered and only by authorised persons. Outcome 2 Know about common types of medication and their use 1 antibiotics (used to fight infection) analgesics (used to relieve pain) antihistamines (used to relieve allergy symptoms, eg hay fever) antacids (used to relieve indigestion) anticoagulants (used to prevent blood clotting, eg following heart attack, thrombosis, some surgical procedures) psychotropic medicine (eg used to treat depression) diuretics (used to get rid of excess fluids in the body) laxatives (used to alleviate constipation) hormones (eg insulin, contraceptives, steroids, Hormone Replacement Therapy) cytotoxic medicines (used to treat some forms of cancer) Adverse reactions to medicines can be.
- Physiotherapists rely on physical means of treatment such as; massages, electrical therapies, hot or cold packs and complementary therapists use methods such as: acupuncture, herbal medication, aromatherapy or chiropractic. - Relieving anxiety by talking to therapies. 3. Outline agreed ways of working that relate to managing pain and discomfort. Homes policies for pain management.
Fever, BP 88/59, HR 129, RR 26. RN anticipates initial orders for: 1. 2. Antipyretics and dopamine infusion CT scan of head & arm and drug screen Blood cultures, antibiotics, and rapid IV infusion IV fluids with MVI, thiamine, monitoring for signs of withdrawal, antipyretics Antipyretics and dopamine infusion CT scan of head & arm and drug screen 3. 4.
The detox process is the first step towards effective drug treatment in prescription drug rehabilitation. Prescription drug detox helps in getting rid of the medication. The importance of prescription drug detox followed by drug abstinence. Prescription drug detox centers works on the body needs and aches before resolving the issue of drug abstinence. Prescription drug detox process similar to the withdrawal symptoms.