In Topic 6, students are introduced to drug classifications for the upper and lower respiratory system, including mechanism of action, indications for use, and major adverse effects.
Objectives:
- Discuss the mechanism of action, indications for use, and major adverse effects of selected drugs that affect the upper and lower respiratory system.
- Discuss the role of alternative and complementary therapies for conditions of the upper and lower respiratory system.
- Identify client-related factors that influence the effects of drugs that affect the upper and lower respiratory system.
- Use the nursing process to determine safe care for a client who is receiving medications that affect the upper and lower respiratory system.