Week3 Instructions:
- Use com Links to an external site.or another infographic development to design a patient teaching aid about OTC treatments for colds and cough. Use PO drugs only.
- Include the following required six sections. You do not have to use these exact words for headings, but they should be labeled to identify the intended topic.
- What OTC drugs (active ingredients) are available to treat the following common cold and cough symptoms?
- Nasal decongestants
- Cough suppressants
- Expectorants
- Antihistamines
- Pain relievers
- What is the recommended dose and frequency for each generic drug (active ingredient)?
- How do I know which one to take?
- How do I know which OTC medications are safe to take with others?
- When should I stop taking the OTC medication selected?
- When should I see my healthcare provider?
- What OTC drugs (active ingredients) are available to treat the following common cold and cough symptoms?
- Format
- Readability
- Lay language for patients rather than professional language
- Creativity
- Use of graphics, images, etc.
- Use PO drugs only
- References & Participation
- References used should be noted at the bottom of your infographic in a smaller font as not to distract from information provided but also validating the information came from a reliable source within the last 5 years.
- References should be from either your textbook or a professional source such as American Gastroenterological Association, Prescriber’s Desk Reference, etc.
- References should not be from sources such as MayoClinic, WebMD, etc.
- Additionally, avoid use of journal articles for this assignment as you are looking for a more global consensus than that of one journal article.
REQUIRED SCREENSHOT OF INFOGRAPHIC IN CANVA ( MUST INCLUDE DATE/TIME IN CORNER OF SCREENSHOT) Provide a screenshot of your completed infographic.
- Highlight the date the infographic was created (see example in image).
- The infographic submitted must match the screenshot submitted with the assignment.
- The date the infographic is created must coincide with the session in which it is submitted.