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”.
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. More serious side-effects of antibiotics include kidney problems, blood disorders, increased sensitivity to the sun and deafness. However, these are rare. Antidepressants e.g.
Antimalarial drugs, which are used to treat malaria can also help control lupus but can come with the side effects of upset stomach and uncommonly damage to the retina. Corticosteroids can counter the inflammation of lupus but produce long term side effects like weight gain, easy bruising, thinning bones, high blood pressure, diabetes and increased risk of infection. Immunosuppressant’s suppress the immune system but
The side effects can be fever, joint pain, red skin rash and dark coloured urine. *Anticoagulants:-Warfarin, it is used to prevent blood clotting. The side effects can be passing urine, severe bruising, prolonged nose bleeds, and headaches. 2.2 Identify medication which demands the measurements of specific physiological measurements. *Insulin-Sugar levels.
"Pink eye" (conjunctivitis) is an inflammation and redness of the conjunctiva (the layer of blood vessels covering the white part of the eye). It can appear suddenly or overnight. Pink eye is usually caused by viral or bacterial infections and is a common ailment. Pink eye is commonly acquired through contact with contaminated objects like pillow cases, towels, books, others' make-up. These objects become contaminated through direct contact with infected eye discharge or from hands that were not properly washed after touching an infected eye.
The four main goals in treating this disease is to induce remission, maintain remission, improve the patient’s quality of life, and minimize toxicity. Since Crohn’s disease is a life time chronic illness, treating it has evolved and expanded to include healing the intestinal mucosa, preventing complications of Crohn’s disease, preventing hospitalization, and preventing surgery. Treatment for Crohn’s disease depends on how severe the case is. A mild case requires antibiotics including 5-amniosalicylates (olsalazine, dipentum). There are many side effects to these medications, abdominal pain, gas, nausea, hair loss, headaches, and dizziness.
fluids, noting times and amounts on patient’s charts.” 2. Where- “Care in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes and similar institutions.” 3. Why-“Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explains procedures.” 4. Whom- “Nurses assist doctors and care for patients in hospitals and other health care settings.” * 2b. -Job Duties 1.
Administer Medication to Individuals, and Monitor the Effects Outcome 1 - Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication 1.1 - 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 200 The medicines act 1988 The misuse of drugs act 1971 The data protection act 1998 The health and social care act 2001 The heath act 2000 Health and safety work act 1974 The control of substances hazardous to health regulation 1999 (COSHH) The access to health records act 1990 Mental capacity act 2005 Outcome 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 – antibiotics are used to treat infections. Side effects can include diarrhoea, stomach pain, bloating and feeling sick. • Antidepressants – Used to treats depression or other mental health problems, certain groups of antidepressants can also be used to treat nerve or muscle pain. Some people experience side effects which can be blurred vision or feeling dizzy. Lack of appetite, feeling sick or feeling agitated and irritable.
Withdrawal symptoms are much more severe from the abrupt discontinued use of methadone than suboxone. Methadone withdrawal symptoms are similar to the effects of the common flu; nausea, diarrhea, cold sweats, muscle aches, and insomnia are only a few examples of these symptoms. Both treatment methods can be and are often abused. Because of what methadone is made of, it is more susceptible to abuse and is recommended for people with a more severe addiction. Methadone is easily and commonly abused.
Include discussion on any barriers to learning. Educate pt on proper hygiene techniques when urinating and voiding. Educate pt on increasing their fluid intake. 7) Identify and discuss nursing collaboration with other health care personnel involved in the care of this patient. (for example physician, case management, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, dietary, etc) What information should the nurse provide?