Module 10

Assisting with Medications Assignment

Part I

Group members: Submitted to : Johanna Grant

Amritpal kaur
Lydia kwoffie
Rajveer kaur
Suman Kumari
Yasmine Kyerewaah
Uzoamaka Chukwudebe

General Directions:

A. Work in a small group as assigned by your instructor.

B. Assignment is out of 30 marks.

C. A minimum mark of 21 (70%) must be achieved to pass the test.

D. The assignment will count for 10% of your final mark in Module 10.

1. Using the acronym, “A.C.T.I.O.N,” identify and explain the sequence the tool recommends you
follow to address all medication problems. (6 marks)
(Amritpal Kaur)

Ans: A - Assess: Evaluate the patient's medication regimen as the first step. Recognize possible
problems, like incorrect dosages, interactions with other drugs, or difficulties in following prescribed
treatments.

C - Communicate: Participate in open conversation with the patient, caregivers, and fellow
 healthcare professionals. Effective communication is crucial in comprehending the patient's worries
and experiences regarding their medications.

T - Target: Concentrate on medication issues that require attention. Rank problems according to
their influence on the health and welfare of the patient.

I - Take action: Put in place suitable actions to address the identified issues. This could involve
making changes to doses, changing medications, or offering instruction on correct usage.

O - Optimize: Improve the patient's medication treatment results by making enhancements. This
might entail simplifying the treatment plan, guaranteeing accurate dosage, and optimizing
therapeutic outcomes.

N - Navigate: Guide the patient through the changes and ensure follow-up. This step involves
monitoring progress, reassessing the regimen as necessary, and providing ongoing support.

By following this sequence, healthcare professionals can effectively address and resolve medication
problems, leading to improved patient outcomes.

Situation: (Lydia kwoffie)

1. Your client has Parkinson’s disease. He tries to administer his own oral medication. His wife,
who usually helps him, is often not home for his afternoon dose because your visit is her
respite time.
(a) In your own words, explain the main problem/challenge faced in this situation. My client is
facing a medication problem in Parkinson’s disease. This calls for intervention.
(b) What section in the “Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan” resource would you
turn to when addressing the situation?

I would refer to the "Target" and "Intervene" sections of the A.C.T.I.O.N. plan.

© What action would you take to assist your client? Record your answer for part “c”as

you are documenting in the client’s record.

Date: 2024-10-03

Medication Administration challenges:

The client demonstrated difficulty in self-administering an afternoon dose of Parkinson’s medication.

Assessed client’s ability and understanding of medication regimen. Created medication schedule aligning
with times when the wife is available to assist. Introduced the idea of assistive devices and medication
reminder apps. Discussed the possibility of involving other caregivers during the wife’s absence.
Educated client on medication adherence. Will monitor the situation and adjust plan as necessary.

(Lydia)
Situation (Rajveer Kaur)

2. Your client is 84 and has rheumatoid arthritis. Each week the RN distributes her medication for each
day in a docette. Today your client’s joints seem very inflamed, and she asks you to open her docette
for her

a. Main challenges and problem

The main problem in this situation is that the client, who has rheumatoid arthritis, is experiencing severe
joint inflammation, which makes it difficult for her to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, such as
opening her medication document. This can affect her ability to access her medication independently
and poses a risk of missed or incorrect dosages.

b. Medication problem ACTION plan

This problem should be addressed in the "Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan" section "O - Opening or
Managing Medication Packaging." This section addresses issues patients encounter when handling
medicine containers, such as having trouble opening packaging because of physical restrictions.

c. Action to assist the client

To help the Patient, I would To make sure she can get her medication, please open the document as
requested. When the RN reviews her current medication management plan, take note of the incident
and report it to her. Consult the medical staff about potential substitutes, like utilizing a different
medication organizer that would be more suitable for her condition or converting to pharmaceutical
packaging that is simpler to open.

Situation (Sumar Kumari)

According to the care plan for a new client, he is on an anti-inflammatory medication that has been
prescribed to be taken bid. When you try to remind him to take his medication, he refuses, claiming he
is fine.
a. In your own words, explain the main problem/challenge faced in this situation.

In this case, the client was prescribed an anti-inflammatory drug twice daily, but he insisted he was OK
and refused to take it. It's unclear if he is actually feeling better or if this is merely a front to get off the
medicine. If all the patient is doing is inventing excuses not to take the medication, the reason it was
prescribed to him will get worse (even if he is not well).

b. What section in the “Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan” resource would you turn to when
addressing the situation?

Will turn to Section C (Barriers and other problems

c. What action would you take to assist your client? Record your answer for part “c” as if you are
documenting in the client’s record.

09/08/2024 @ 0900H: Told the client to take the prescription as prescribed, but the client refused,
claiming, that "He is okay." Inform the supervisor of the situation and document it. ….. F, Tarannun
PSW
On September 8, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., the client was instructed to take the medication as directed, but he
refused, saying, "He is okay." Document the situation and let the supervisor know about it.

Situation (Yasmine Kyerewaah) and Uzoamaka Chukwudebe

While reading the label on your client’s medication, you notice that the strength of the medication is
different from the care plan. Your client claims that his meds were changed over the weekend after
visiting the medical clinic.

(a) In your own words, explain the main problem/challenge faced in this situation.
The main issue in this scenario is the inconsistency between the drug potency on the label and
the information recorded in the client's care plan. This could potentially cause significant health
dangers for the patient, such as treatment ineffectiveness or negative side effects. The patient
thinks their medication was altered following a recent trip to the clinic, revealing a lack of
communication about the adjustments. Ensuring the client gets the accurate dosage is essential
for their health and safety.

(b) What section in the “Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan” resource would you
turn to when addressing the situation?
In addressing this situation, I would refer to the "Assess" and "Communicate" sections of the
A.C.T.I.O.N. plan.

© What action would you take to assist your client? Record your answer for part “c”as you are
documenting in the client’s record.

Date: 2024-10-03

Medication Discrepancy:

While reviewing the client's medication, it was observed that the dosage of the medication (specific
name) does not match the information recorded in the care plan. The patient stated that their
medication was modified after visiting the clinic over the weekend. So I am Evaluated the difference by
contrasting the drug label with the treatment plan. Spoke with the client to obtain more information
about their clinic appointment and any received guidance.

(Yasmine)

Conclusion: (Amritpal kaur)

In Module 10, we explored the key significance of proper medication management using the A.C.T.I.O.N.
framework, with a specific focus on two situations: aiding a Parkinson's disease patient in self-
medicating and resolving a medication strength discrepancy. We pinpointed major obstacles like
adherence to medication and breakdowns in communication, highlighting the importance of
personalized interventions. Through the utilization of the A.C.T.I.O.N. plan, which involves evaluating
medication schedules, fostering transparent communication, addressing concerns, executing suitable
measures, maximizing results, and guiding transitions with assistance, we gained insights on improving
patient safety and treatment efficiency. This joint endeavor helps ready us for the task and also provides
us with necessary skills for our upcoming roles in delivering caring and skilled healthcare.

THANK YOU