Vancomycin drug research paper

Content of the Presentation Possible Points Actual Points

1. Overview of Topic 15 ______

What made you choose this drug to write about?

Which body system is affected by this drug?

Which population is this drug targeted toward? Does this marketing

influence the consumer in one way or another? Why or why not?

2. State of the Science Concerning the Drug Classification 30 ______

Discuss the mechanisms of action, therapeutic

effects, uses, and adverse and toxic effects of

drugs/classifications presented, as well as the

antidotes to overdose and to the unwanted effects

(if applicable).

List examples of the drugs/classification.

3. Application to Nursing 20 ______

Specific examples of nursing indications/

responsibilities related to the administration

of the drugs presented. Include if there are populations that should

not take /use this medication. Include lifespan considerations.

4. Marketing

How is this drug marketed? Is it marketed via magazine 20 _______

ads, television, newspaper, etc? Is this method effective? Is there

any type of disclosure made at the end of the ad? Why is this important?

5. Mechanics of Writing 15 _______

Paper is written in third person; no grammatical or spelling errors;

Ideas are clear and concise; references are sited appropriate and according to

APA format; reference list includes at least one online resource and is sited correctly in

reference list; style of writing is interesting and appropriate.

Total: 100 Total: ________