Also, irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine. The effect of Antibiotics are to treat infections caused by bacteria and the potential side effects are having Diarrhoea, feeling sick 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 and the more serious side effects of antibiotics include kidney problems, blood disorders, increased sensitivity to the sun and deafness, However there are rare. The effect of Antidepressants is to changer the chemical balance in the brain and that can in turn change the psychological state of the mind such as for depression and the potential side effects the common ones are blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, increased appetite, nausea, restlessness, shaking or trembling and difficulty sleeping and the other side effects are dry mouth, constipation, and sweating. The effect of
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 Melanie Gould Outcome 1 The main policy to do with the administration of medication is COSHH, the Control of Substance Hazardous to Health. There are also several other legislations in place with protocols for the administration of drugs and medication, these are listed below:- • The misuse of drugs Act 1971 - its main purpose is to prevent the misuse of controlled drugs • The NHS Pharmaceutical Service (regulations) 1995 • The medicines Act 1968 - requires that the local pharmacist or dispensing doctor is responsible for supplying medication. This can only be done by an authorised prescription. • The Safer Management of Controlled Drugs Regulations (2006) specifies how controlled drugs are stored, administered and disposed. Records must be kept for all controlled drugs transactions and they must be kept in a safe cabinet that complies with these regulations • The Misuse of Drugs and the Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) (Amendment) Regulations 2007 specifies the handling and record keeping and storage of Controlled Drugs correctly.
Paracetamol Analgesics are used to relieve pain such as headaches. Addiction to these can happen if taken over a long period of time. Also, irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine. Antibiotics e.g. Amoxicillin Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections Diarrhoea, feeling sick and vomiting are the most common side effects.
It inhibits histamine H2receptor site. It may not of worked to relieve all the patients symptoms because there could be an ulcer and a bacterial infection that is unrelieved by the medication. 7. A concern with the coffee ground emesis is bleeding somewhere in the upper GI tract. 8.
Reduces fever and is an anti inflammatory. Side effects include gastrointestinal ulcers, stomach bleeding and tinnitus. Senakot – stimulant laxative to treat constipation. Side effects include stomach pain and cramps and excessive use can cause diarrhoea and low level of potassium in the blood. Ibuprofen – pain reliever and fever reducer.
HSC3047 Support use of medication in social care settings Outcome 1 Understand the legislative framework for the use of medication in social care settings 1. Identify legislation that governs the use of medication in social care settings. * The medicines Act 1968 * The misuse of drugs Act 1971 * The misuse of drugs Regulation 2001 * The misuse of drugs safe custody Regulations 2007 * The health and social Act 2008 * The health Act 2006 2. Outline the legal classification system for medication. POM- Prescribtion only medicines OTC or P- over the counter or pharmacy medicines GSL- General sales list CD- Controlled Drugs 3.
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These objects become contaminated through direct contact with infected eye discharge or from hands that were not properly washed after touching an infected eye. If you have symptoms of pink eye, you should seek prompt medical attention. Other problems, like abrasions or foreign bodies in the eye, can produce similar symptoms and need to be ruled out. A culture of the eye discharge may be needed to know what type of antibiotic will be most effective. There are a few symptoms from pink eye that you should defiantly know about like, red eyes, clear or cloudy eye discharge, light sensitivity , matting of eyelashes, especially in the morning and itching of the eyes.
1 Understand legislation, policy and procedures relevant to administration of medication 1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication The current legislation that is relevant to administration of medication in social care is: • Care standards act 2000 • Mental capacity act 2005 • Mental capacity act 2000 The legal management of medication are covered by The medicines act 1988 and various amendments such as: • The medicines act 1968 • The misuse of drugs act 1971 • The data protection act 1998 • The health and social care act 2001 • The children act 1989 Some have a direct impact on the handling of medication in social care settings. These are: • The heath act 2000 • Health and safety work act 1974 • The control of substances hazardous to health regulation 1999 • The access to health records act 1990 • Mental capacity act 2005 The recording, receipt, storage, administration and disposal of medications must be adhered by employers and employees in accordance with current policies and procedures. Policies are in place to protect everyone. Training should be undertaken or up to date before a support worker can administrate medication. 2 Know about common types of medication and their use 2.1 Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects Common types of medication are: • Antibiotics – these treat infection – side effects are diarrhoea, bloating, sickness, indigestion and abdominal pain.