PSW Module 10 Assisting with Medications – Part II

Module 10 – Assisting with Medications Assignment – Part II

General Directions:

A. Take Home Assignment.
B. Assignment is out of 20 marks.
C. A minimum mark of 14 (70%) must be achieved to pass the test.
D. The assignment will count for 10% of your final mark in Module 10.

Choose a drug of particular interest to you that you would like to research. The drug may be either an OTC or prescribed medication. It can be of any classification and administered by any route. Ensure that you have sufficient resources (3 sources required) to complete your assignment.

In your assignment, present the following information in your own words:

1. Name and classification of the drug. (2)
2. What are 3 common indications for this drug? (3)
3. How often is it taken? (1)
4. By which route(s) is it taken? (1)
5. Are there any special instructions for administration? (2)
6. Are there possible side effects? (2)
7. Are there any contraindications? (2)
8. Name the 3 sources you used for your assignment. (3)
9. Why did you choose this drug to research? (2)
10. What was the most interesting fact you learned about this medication? (2)