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Potency
strength
Selectivity
Where the drug targets
Specificity
Specific to the patient, condition and receptors being targeted
How do drugs work?
by stimulating or inhibiting the function of certain cells of organisms can be through a
chemical interaction or act on a receptor
Pharmacodynamics
what the drug does to the body
Pharmacokinetics
what the body does to the drug
Five prescribing rights
1. right patient
2. right drug
3. right dose
4. right route
5. right time
, Nine rights
1. right patient
2. right drug
3. right dose
4. right route
5. right time
6. right documentation
7. right action
8. right form
9. right response
What to know before administering medication
What is the substance or chemical?
what are the main effects?
what are the side effects?
what if there is an adverse reaction?
what other substances are being taken?
What to know to safely administer medication
usual dose
frequency and route of administration
indications and contraindications
significant adverse reactions
dietary implications
appropriate monitoring techniques and interventions