New drugs can significantly impact nursing practice in several ways:
- [Patient Education]: Nurses must educate patients about new medications, including usage, potential side effects, and interactions with other drugs. - [Administration Techniques]: New drugs may require unique administration methods. For instance, some biologics require subcutaneous injections, which nurses must be proficient in. - [Monitoring]: Nurses need to monitor patients for adverse reactions and efficacy, adjusting care plans as necessary.
