Unit 4222-616 Administer medication to individuals, and monitor the effects. The legislation, policy and procedures that I follow are the “National Minimum Standards for Domiciliary Care”. This requires that the registered carer ensures there is a policy for the receipt, recording, storage, handling, administration and disposal of medicines. These policies are not only to promote the safety and wellbeing of the individual in the home but also the safe practices of the carer. Other legislation can be “The Medicines Act 1968”, “The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971”, “The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974”.
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.
Throughout my research I will explain treatments, therapy options, and prescription drugs offered to patients with this disease. Most treatments of this disease are more focused on both digestive and respiratory
Respiratory therapists do a variety of tasks. They “interview patients, perform limited physical examinations, and conduct diagnostic tests” (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2009). RTs can evaluate a patient’s lung capacity by having them breathe into an instrument that measures the volume and flow of oxygen during respiration. They can also analyze oxygen, carbon dioxide, and blood pH levels by testing an arterial blood sample. “To treat patients, respiratory therapists use oxygen or oxygen mixtures, chest physiotherapy, and aerosol medications” (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2009).
Describe the investigations that are carried out to enable the diagnosis of physiological disorders In this report I’m going to describe investigations that are carried out to enable the diagnosis of physiological disorders. Asthma If you have typical asthma symptoms, your GP will often be able to make a diagnosis. Your GP will want to know when your symptoms happen and how often, and if you have noticed anything that might trigger them. There are loads of tests that can be carried out to confirm the diagnosis. Spirometry A breathing test called Spirometry will often be carried out to assess how well your lungs work.
These substances would be the ones that I would include in her shakes after surgery, while she is on her liquid diet. A deficiency of vitamin B12 is a serious concern because our bodies require it for numerous functions, such as; the formation of blood, DNA synthesis, energy and myelin (the insulation that protects nerve endings and allows communication between nerves) formation. In order to breakdown the fat content in her shake, she will need the pancreatic enzymes called Lipase, which work directly with bile excreted from the liver. (No Negative
The lumens range from single to quadruple which allows for multiple infusions of medications while monitoring pressures. For the critically ill patients it’s used to monitor the venous pressures, provide speedy administration of intravenous fluids, medication deliverance, antibiotic therapy, and aid in cardiac failure diagnosis just being a few options and uses available. The double and multiple lumen catheters cuts down the risks of accidental bolus administration because it facilitates semi timeous
Treatment usually includes preventing and controlling infections in the lungs, removing mucus from the lungs, preventing and treating intestinal blockage, and providing adequate nutrition. Medications include (1) antibiotics, to treat lung infections, (2) mucus-thinning drugs, helping the patient cough up the mucus, (3) bronchodilator, which helps to keep airways open by relaxing muscles around bronchial tubes, and (4) oral pancreatic enzymes which help the digestive tract absorb nutrients. Patients can also receive chest physical therapy, helping loosen mucus so the patient can cough it up. One of these techniques involves clapping with cupped hands on the front and back of the patient's chest. There are three Mechanical devices that are commonly used to help loosen mucus (1) a chest clapper that mimics the effect of cupped hands clapping over the rib cage, (2) inflatable vest, that is worn around the chest and vibrates at high frequency, and (3) breathing devices, which normally include a tube or mask through which the patient exhales while also performing breathing exercises.
Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical and mental health exam. Tests will be done to rule out other conditions and behaviors that cause similar symptoms. Treatment The goal of treatment is to help you function well during day-to-day life. A combination of medicine and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) works best. Medications are an important part of treatment.
This type of rate change is called titration. Understanding the medication that is being ordered and the dosage that this drug is routinely given in is key to assuring that the patient is getting the proper dose of medication. • Transcription Errors: Being able to read a physicians writing is sometimes a difficult task, get clarity if uncertain about what has actually been written. If taking a verbal or phone order, a "read-back" system can be instituted in which the nurse who is taking the order, writes down the verbal order and reads it back to the prescribing physician. Once it is read back to the physician and both parties are in agreement, the order can then be processed.