You are requested to write an article (for the Pharmacology/ how dodrugs act in our body). Your article could be based on a new or an old drug (eg a new drug delivery method or mechanism).We want your...

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You are requested to write an article (for the Pharmacology/ how dodrugs act in our body). Your article could be based on a new or an old drug (eg a new drug delivery method or mechanism).We want your stories and knowledge about theuse of medicines, drugs, and poisons from your readings in contemporary or social media, including newspapers, magazines, radio, TV and theinternet. You should get your idea from one of these sources, then research the scientific facts regarding it.
Your article should be about 300 words, absolutelyno more than 350 words, and no less than 250 words(References will not contribute to the word counts).



Learning Objectives Assessed:



  • Exhibiting depth and breadth of scientific knowledge (PLO1)

  • Critically analyse and solve scientific problems (PLO2)

  • Written communication (PLO3)


Details:



  1. Develop a broad and coherent body of knowledge in pharmacology to support a basic understanding of how drugs are developed and evaluated, how they are handled by the body and how they produce their actions and effects in the body.

  2. Adapt this knowledge and the basic concepts involved in problem-solving.

  3. Develop written skills to effectively communicate this knowledge and the basic concepts.


Rubric:















































WeightCriteria

Impressive


ProficientProgressingBasicWeak

Total


pts


6

Scientific knowledge: Pharmacology (Topic related)


(Linked to learning outcome 1)




Impressive (6 pts)


The topic has been accurately and professionally described. Correctly applied the pharmacology key knowledge relating to the topic.





Proficient (5 pts)


The topic has been described. Developed the pharmacology knowledge relating to the topic.





Progressing (4-2.1 pts)


The topic has been fairly addressed. Demonstrated the basic knowledge requiring to this topic.





Basic (2 pts) The topic has not been addressed well. Not clearly applied the pharmacology knowledge to solve the issue.





Weak (1 pts)


The topic has not been addressed. Confused message.





6

Scientific accuracy and critical thinking


(Linked to learning outcome 2)




Impressive (6 pts)


Very clear, comprehensive and excellent discussion of the drug, mechanism and its target(s).


Excellent solid research has been identified to discuss the mechanism of action.




Proficient (5 pts)


Clear, comprehensive and very good discussion of the drug, mechanism and its target(s).


Some solid research has been identified to discuss the mechanism of action.




Progression (4-2.1 pts)


Limited discussion of the drug, mechanism and its target(s).


The view of previous studies is presented, but a little critical analysis of the outcome.




Basic (2 pts)Very limited discussion of the drug, mechanism and its target(s).


Not enough information or some information is inaccurate.


The view of previous studies is presented with only a vague original thought.




Weak (1 pts)


The drug's mechanism and its target(s) have not been discussed clearly. Information is often inaccurate.


Scantly researched with no real outcome of solving the issue.




3


Application: Communicate this knowledge



(Linked to learning outcome 3)




Impressive (3pts)


a) The document demonstrated clear written communication skills with appropriate research. Well constructed.


And/Or


b) References effectively integrated into the text to support the point being made. Accurately referenced.




Proficient (2.5 pts)


a) The document demonstrated clear communication skills and appropriate research.


And/Or


b) References appropriately integrated in a satisfactory manner. Appropriate style of referencing with minimal errors.




Progressing (2 pts)


a) The document demonstrated mostly a range of suitable written communication skills.


And/Or


b) References integrated into the text but not accurately cited. A number of errors.




Basic (1.5 pts)


a) The document demonstrated ineffective manner with some errors.


And/Or


b) References poorly integrated into the text. Multiple errors throughout referencing style.




Weak (1 pts)


a) Communication in the entire document did not meet the standard level. Careless language choice plus poor spelling/grammar errors.


And/Or


b) A few or no references. Careless use of referencing style.




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Answer To: You are requested to write an article (for the Pharmacology/ how dodrugs act in our body). Your...

Yasodharan answered on Sep 02 2021
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Pharmacology overview of Ibuprofen
Introduction:
The drug Ibuprofen is first member under derivati
ve of propionic acid which was synthesized in 1969. Ibuprofen is well known for OTC and domestic which has been commonly used as antipyretic & analgesic for children and adults. Ibuprofen is one of the drugs labelled for NSAID as safe drug and we will be discussing pharmacological effects.
Ibuprofen have a property of non-selective inhibitor effect on COX-1 (cyclooxygenase-1) and COX-2 (cyclooxygenase-2), even though it is having anti-inflammatory effect might not strong when compared to other to NSAID but it has excellent antipyretic and analgesic properties.
Pharmacology:
Since Ibuprofen inhibits COX-1 & COX-2 which are major element involved in prostaglandin synthesis a key molecule responsible for inflammation,...
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