Citalopram: Drug absorption and Oral Bioavailability

13 Module 5 - Clinical Case Clinical features of the scenario that leads one to administer oxygen The clinical features that led to administration of oxygen are cyanosis and lack of breathing. Vincent is unconscious and does not have the strength to breath normally. Cyanosis, which is characterized by nail-beds and bluish lips, reveals lack of oxygen in circulation an aspect that may result in fatal effects (Hillman & Bishop 2004).

The physiological rationale for administering oxygen The fact that Vincent is not breathing normally is the major factor that have led to decreased oxygen level in his blood. Administration of oxygen will protect Vincent from possible cases of permanent damage of major body organs. Administration of oxygen will support Vincent’s life in preparation for specialized care.

The intended outcomes of administering oxygen The intended outcome for administration of oxygen is restoration of normal breathing. It is also expected that after administration of oxygen Vincent's consciousness will be restored. In addition to restoration of consciousness, it is also expected that Vincent's normal sight will be restored.

Basis of Vincent’s list of current medication, prior to undertaking any further intervention: Risk factors relevant to the safety of yourself and Johnny and action to take One of the major risks associated with Vincent's current condition is that he is taking a variety of medications all of which may lead to adverse side effects. Ceftriaxone for instance, may result in gastrointestinal side effects such as abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea and flatulence among others. Administration of some other drugs may result in negative drug-drug interactions. It is also hard to administer drugs to Vincent's while he is in an unconscious state. In