Plan Choose a medication from among the ones you have reviewed in this Module’s assignment. Thoroughly research the drug that you have chosen. In that research you should investigate the classification, the uses, the off uses, the action of the drug, the length of time it takes the drug to begin to work, and how long the drug works or stays in the system

Plan Choose a medication from among the ones you have reviewed in this Module’s assignment. Thoroughly research the drug that you have chosen. In that research you should investigate the classification, the uses, the off uses, the action of the drug, the length of time it takes the drug to begin to work, and how long the drug works or stays in the system. Now develop a teaching plan for a person who would be prescribed this medication. Included in your teaching plan should be:

1. The name of your drug both generic and trade names.

2. A thorough description of the drug which includes

a. what is the drug used for

b. the classification of the drug

c. the action of the drug

d. the side effects of the drug

e. the interactions of the drug

f. the precautions while taking the drug

g. when to contact the health care provider

h. the information you gained during your research After the description which includes all of the above elements, provide information to your client about why they are taking the drug, any special precautions or indications for the drug, also special instructions on contacting the health care provider in the event your client experiences any of the significant side effects.

Be sure to let your client know who should not be taking this drug and why as well as what they should be watching for to ensure they are safely taking the drug.

Remember your client is a lay person and it is important that they understand what you are conveying to them. Your teaching plan should be a minimum of two pages, typed, 1.5 spacing.

You will need three references; one can be your text.