Patient Education

Create a one-page patient education tool that explains usage of a medication and factors that can affect
outcomes. Then, write 2-3 pages in which you explain how the tool promotes patient safety and quality
outcomes, and adheres to the principles and practices of cultural competence.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course
competencies and assessment criteria:

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«Competency 1: Apply practice guidelines and standards of evidence-based practice related to
pharmacology for safe and effective nursing practice. Explain the appropriate use of a medication.
cExplain how a patient education tool promotes patient safety related to pharmacology.

«Competency 2: Explain the relationship between quality patient outcomes, patient safety, and the
appropriate use of pharmacology and psychopharmacology. Identify specific factors that may affect the
efficacy of a medication.

oDescribe possible chemical reactions, side effects, or other negative reactions a patient may experience
from a medication.

cExplain correct handling, storage, and disposal of a medication.

«Competency 3: Apply the principles and practices of cultural competence with regard to pharmacological
interventions. Explain how a patient education tool adheres to the principles and practices of cultural
competence.

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