Discussion - Why the medication is used, and consider adverse effects
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Updated on: 09/04/2022 09:37 PM Due on: 09/05/2022
Discussion
Choose a medication type from the following list, note why the medication is used, and consider adverse effects. Invent a scenario where giving this medication could result in an ethical or legally charged situation. Pick one out of the 3
- Atenolol/ beta blockers: Consider harms that could occur if heart rate was low or patient was asthmatic
- Lorazepam /benzodiazepines: Consider vulnerability issues related to sedation and induction of memory loss
- Oxycodone / opiates: Consider addiction, drug seeking and patient vulnerability in impaired nurses
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Solution: Discussion - Why the medication is used, and consider adverse effects