Activity: Concept Map - Pharmacology

In groups, draw a concept map for an assigned drug. Include the following headings:

• Drug Name,
• therapeutic class,
• pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism/excretion, half-life),
• indications (include routes),
• contraindications,
• side effects,
• action,
• Nursing Diagnosis (real or potential),
• Interventions,
• Outcomes

After drawing the map, link concepts together to formulate a picture of why the drug is used and how it affects the person.

Then come up with one question related to your assigned drug. (NCLEX-style, may be multiple choice or select all that apply).