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NUR2474 Reflection Assignment & Rubric (20 Points Total)
Assignment Instructions
Instructions for One-Page Written Re
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Pharmacologyrefectionassignment.docx
NUR2474 Reflection Assignment & Rubric (20 Points Total)
Assignment Instructions
Instructions for One-Page Written Reflection Assignment: Pharmacological Principles and Nursing Considerations
Objective:
This assignment will help you synthesize foundational pharmacology concepts and apply them to nursing care in a concise format.
Instructions:
Write a
one-page paper addressing the following topics. Be concise and focus on key points to demonstrate your understanding. Use
APA formatting with a title page and a reference list (not included in the one-page limit). Include at least
2 professional references from textbooks, peer-reviewed journals, or reputable professional websites.
Required Content
1.
Foundational Pharmacology and Medication Administration
· Briefly describe
one foundational principle of pharmacology (e.g., pharmacokinetics or pharmacodynamics).
· Briefly describe
one principle of medication administration (e.g., the "five rights").
1.
Biological and Pharmacological Principles
· Discuss
one biological or pharmacological principle (e.g., drug absorption, distribution, or elimination).
1.
Body System and Medication Classification
· Identify
one body system (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory, or nervous system).
· Name a
medication classification related to this system and describe its basic
actions on the body.
1.
Pain or Inflammation Medication
· Identify
one medication used to treat pain or inflammation.
· Include
one nursing consideration or concern when administering this medication.
1.
Special Populations
· State
one consideration for special populations (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, or pregnancy) related to the medication mentioned above.
1.
Complementary and Alternative Therapies
· Briefly describe
one nursing consideration for combining complementary and alternative therapies with pharmacotherapies.
Format Guidelines:
· Length: The paper must be
one - two pages
· Font: Use
12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.
· Headings: Organize your content using
APA Level 1 headings to ensure clarity
·
Principles of Foundational Pharmacology and Medication Administration (4 points)
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4 points: Clearly and accurately describes 2 foundational principles of pharmacology and 2 principles of medication administration with detailed understanding and insight.
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3 points: Describes 2 principles of pharmacology and 2 principles of medication administration, but with minor inaccuracies or lacks depth.
·
2 points: Describes 1–2 principles with noticeable inaccuracies or insufficient detail.
·
1 point: Minimally describes principles with substantial inaccuracies or unclear statements.
·
0 points: Does not address the principles of pharmacology or medication administration.
·
Biological and Pharmacological Principles (3 points)
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3 points: Accurately discusses 2 biological and pharmacological principles with clear understanding and connection to medication effects.
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2 points: Discusses 2 principles but with minor inaccuracies or insufficient depth.
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1 point: Minimally addresses principles with noticeable inaccuracies.
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0 points: Does not discuss biological or pharmacological principles.
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Medication Classification and Body System (4 points)
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4 points: Thoroughly describes 1 medication classification and its actions on a selected body system, with strong clarity and relevance.
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3 points: Describes 1 medication classification and actions, with minor errors or unclear relevance.
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2 points: Provides a basic description but lacks clarity, depth, or relevance to the body system.
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1 point: Minimally describes classification and action with significant inaccuracies.
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0 points: Does not describe a medication classification or actions related to the body system.
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Pain/Inflammation Medication, Condition, and Nursing Consideration (3 points)
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3 points: Accurately describes 1 medication, its use in a specific condition, and provides a relevant nursing consideration or concern.
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2 points: Describes 1 medication, condition, and nursing consideration with minor errors or lacks detail.
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1 point: Provides a minimal description with substantial inaccuracies.
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0 points: Does not describe a medication, condition, or nursing consideration.
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Considerations for Special Populations (3 points)
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3 points: Clearly describes relevant considerations for special populations concerning the chosen medication, demonstrating insight and understanding.
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2 points: Describes considerations with minor inaccuracies or lacks depth.
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1 point: Minimally describes considerations with substantial inaccuracies.
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0 points: Does not address special population considerations.
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Nursing Considerations for Complementary and Alternative Therapy (3 points)
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3 points: Accurately discusses 2 nursing considerations related to complementary and alternative therapy with pharmacotherapies, showing insight.
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2 points: Discusses 2 considerations with minor inaccuracies or insufficient detail.
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1 point: Minimally addresses considerations with inaccuracies.
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0 points: Does not discuss nursing considerations for complementary and alternative therapy.
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