Adverse drug reaction
Topic: Pharmacology
A harmful, unintended response to a drug given at a normal dose, distinct from an expected, usually mild side effect and from toxicity caused by overdose. Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis belong here. If you suspect one, stop the drug, assess the client, notify the prescriber and file a pharmacovigilance report.
- Also known as:
- ADR
- In Turkish:
- Advers ilaç reaksiyonu
What does Adverse drug reaction mean?
Adverse drug reaction is part of the Pharmacology topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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