2. Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects? Codeine: Codeine is used for pain relief, such as head-aches, the side effects can be light-headedness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and sedation. Codeine can also cause allergic reactions, symptoms of which include constipation, abdominal pain, rash and itching. Addiction to these, irritation of the stomach, liver damage and sleep disturbances as some analgesics contain caffeine, if taken over a long period of time.
Potential side-effects - 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. Strong painkillers can cause nausea and vomiting, drownsiness, confusion, constipation and dependence. Antibiotics e.g. amoxicillin - Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Antibiotic such as Amoxicillin. Analgesic such as Paracetamol. Laxative such as Lactulose. 2. An antibiotic would be used for an infection some where in the body.
Codeine, used for pain relief, side effects can be light-headedness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, and sedation. Codeine can also cause allergic reactions, symptoms of which include constipation, abdominal pain, rash and itching Laxatives, i.e. Senokot, used for constipation. abdominal cramps, discolouration of urine, nausea, vomiting Antibiotics, i.e. Amoxicillin, a penicillin based antibiotic which fights bacteria in your body.
Today, I’m going to be discussing the biological approach to treating phobic disorders, quite obviously in this method of treating these disorders, there are two types of chemotherapy (drugs) which are used. Firstly, anti-anxiety drugs are one of the two drugs which are prescribed to patients suffering with the disorders. Benzodiazepines are quite commonly used to help relieve symptoms of anxiety. Benzodiazepines work by slowing down activity of the central nervous system by acting as a ligand for GABA(a) receptors mimicking the response of the release of GABA in the brain causing similar effects of calmness/ decreased agitation and mild sedation through decreased excitatbility and reduced communication between neurons. Kahn et al (1986) supported the use of benzodiazepines and found that they were more effective than a placebo treatment in relieving anxiety.
Unit 4222-616 Administer medication to individuals and monitor the effects Outcome 1 1.1 Legislation, policy and procedures relevant to the administration of medication are * Medicines Act 1968 * NHS & Community Care Act 1990 * Core Standard Act 2000 * National Service Framework for Older People 2001 * Mental Capacity Act 2006 * Brunel care procedure of Administration of medication Outcome 2 2.1 Here are some common types of medication, their effect and potential side effects. Paracetamol is used for relieving symptons of pain. Some side effects can be severe allergic reaction, difficulty breathing, skin rash, swollen facial features, and runny nose. Ibuprofen is used for relieving pain and to reduce swelling and inflammation. Some side effects can be worsening of asthma, shortness of breath, swelling of lips/tongue/throat, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, skin reaction, indigestion/heart burn and stomach or abdominal pains.
aspirin = possible side effects are black, bloody, or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, severe nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain, fever lasting longer than 3 days, swelling, or pain lasting longer than 10 days; or hearing problems, ringing in your ears. Less serious side effects of aspirin may include: Upset stomach, heartburn, drowsiness; or headache. 2.2 Identify medication which demands the measurement of specific physiological measurements. Drugs like insulin (blood has to be taken from a pinprick so that glucose can be measured before the insulin can be given); warfarin to thin the blood - again blood levels must be checked regularly; digoxin to slow and steady the heart (pulse should be checked prior to administration and advice taken if the pulse dips below 60 beats per
In addition, he stated that "Underlying disorders that contribute to confusion should be identified and treated as appropriate. These include heart failure, hypoxia, thyroid disorders, anemia, nutritional disorders, infections and psychiatric conditions such as depression. Medication may be required to control aggressive or agitated behaviors. These are usually given in low doses. Some of the medications include; anti-psychotics, serotin-affecting drugs (Lithium) trazodone, buspirone, clonazepan, cambamazepine, cholinergic stimulators (such as tacrine phosphatidyl
Polices and procedures are not only in place to promote the safety and well-being of the client but also the care workers, district nurses etc. The polices and procedures should include obtaining, safe storage, prescribing, dispensing, administration, monitoring and disposal. 2 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3 Common medications and the reason for use and possible adverse reactions Analgesic general pain killer addiction, liver damage, sleep disturbance Anti-biotics treat infection caused by bacteria diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, possibly thrush Anti-depressants changes the chemical imbalance in the brain blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, restlessness Anti-coagulants prevent blood clotting excessive bleeding, blood in urine, severe
Patients who are very ill usually require intravenous (IV) antibiotics and admission to a hospital; they usually have a kidney infection (pyelonephritis) that may be spreading to the bloodstream. Other people may have a milder infection (cystitis) and may get well quickly with oral antibiotics. E. coli Enteritis E. coli enteritis is an inflammation of the small intestine, caused by infection with certain strains of E. coli bacteria. The diarrheal diseases caused by E. coli range from mild to life-threatening, depending on the specific type of E. coli bacteria involved. It is the most common cause of