Principles of min adverse effects of a drug

Principles of min adverse effects of a drug

1. verify that the patient is not allergic to the drug

2. check the method of administration is consistent with standard safety protocols

3. report evidence of adverse effects to the prescriber

Intervention – performing the plan

1. administer the medication

2. provide patient drug education

   Intervention – core drug knowledge

basic drug therapy education should include:

1. name of the drug

2. reason drug was prescribed

3. important adverse effects that may occur (ie. narcotic can suppress respiration – monitor breathing)

Intervention – core patient variables

patient education should cover the following:

1. measure the patient's progress (ie blood pressure)

2. reassess to identify the barriers to success

3. identify the reason behind any treatment failure

4. take steps to achieve desired results effectively

Clinical Pathways – tools to communicate standardized, interdisciplinary plan of care for pts.

1. specify the responsibilities, actions, and time frame required of each discipline

2. provide a standard of care for all patients with the same diagnosis

3. are not substitutes for nursing assessment and judgment