UNIV
Keiser University Nursing
Pharmacology Field Trip Assignment
Rebecca Henkins MSN-Ed, RN, HNB-BC
General Descrip on: to send the student out to explore and add addi onal learning experiences in the realm of nursing pharmacology.
Objec ves:
1. The student will inves gate medica ons at a local pharmacy to add to their knowledge about generic/store brand- and brand-named medica ons and how they are used in today's healthcare environment. 2. The student will describe the similari es and di erences between the brand and generic named drugs of their choosing.
Direc ons:
1. Select a local pharmacy to obtain informa on to compare and contrast at least 5 brand names versus generic named drugs. (Example -- Tylenol versus acetaminophen) 2. Complete informa on in the table below or u lize a simpler one of your choosing. ALL components are required. 3. Complete Accountability Form with Pharmacist Signature, Date, and Pharmacy Name with physical address. Bring Keiser University iden ca on badge when present. 4. Provide a short re ec on of your opinion on the bene ts of this assignment and how you can apply it into clinical prac ce as your advance in your nursing career. This is not a textbook review -- but how it can impact your life and your client's lives. 5. You will receive a grade based on the rubric provided. No late submission accepted. Must be turned in by Friday Feb fith, 2020 at 0800 -- Beginning of classff
Example Template
Name of Drug Selected
Dosage and Instruc on S
Cost
Ingredients
Concerning Would Educa on Issues you purchas e this medica on? Yes/No
Why?
(state if it is a brand or generic name) Azo:
Take 2 $fl.6fl tablets 3
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(brand name)
mes daily. Each
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tablet
is
95mg
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may come in 100 mg or 200
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