1. Drug Presentation Project

2. Objectives of Lesson
Cognitive – The students will demonstrate knowledge for the drugs and medicines unit by beginning their unit project.
Affective – The students will demonstrate respect for their classmates by maintaining appropriate classroom behavior.
Skill –Based - The students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information and product services to enhance health.

3. Classroom Behavior Follow the rules as proposed by the class.
Follow directions.
Give your best effort on a daily basis.
Respect the teacher and your classmates.
Do not speak until you are called upon, unless in-group discussion.
Disrupting class, swearing, and arguing with instructor or other students will not be tolerated.

4. Directions This project must be completed using Microsoft PowerPoint
You may work individually or with a partner
The project will be presented to the class
All of the information must be pertinent to the specific drug you were assigned.
The presentation must be 2-4 minutes in length and consist of at least 10 slides. Videos can be included but DO NOT count towards the time of the presentation.
Visuals are required for the presentation and must be added to the PowerPoint.

5. References
You must cite your sources using the MLA style (Use this site if needed for help )
All information must be appropriate for classroom use
This project is worth 100 points
Once completed, ed your presentation to

6. You will be graded on the:
vision of the final product
organization
time management
acquired knowledge
communication
format
writing/speaking mechanics
creativity, and visuals

8. OXYCODONE

9. What is it? Oxycodone is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Oxycodone is in a class of medications called opiate (narcotic) analgesics.
It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain.
It is legally available via prescription

10. How can it be taken? Oxycodone comes as a: solution (liquid)
concentrate solution
tablet
capsule

11. Side Effects sweating itching weakness headache mood changes
decrease in pupil (dark circle in eye) size
red eyes
nausea
vomiting
loss of appetite
constipation
dry mouth
lightheadedness
drowsiness
flushing

13. Why is it illegal?
OxyContin is a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act
Schedule II drugs, which include cocaine and methamphetamine, have a high potential for abuse
Oxycodone can give the user a euphoric sensation
Abuse of these drugs may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence

14. Street names include…
Oxycotton
Blue
Ox/Oxy
Hillbilly Heroin
Kicker

15. Long-Term Side Effects
Users can lose their balance and coordination
Bladder and bowel problems can also occur
Users may have severe constipation or difficulty passing urine

16. Sources
J.W. Marks. (2010). “Oxycodone.” Medicine.net. net.com/oxycodon e/article.htm MedLine Plus. (2011). “Oxycodone.” National Institute of Health. www. nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a html NDIC. (ND). “Oxycotton Fast Facts.” National Drug Intelligence Center. justice.gov/archive/ndic/pubs6/6025/6025p.pdf NIDA Notes Staff. (2012). “Potential Pain Medication Targets Peripheral Nerves.” National Institude of Drug Abuse.” abuse. gov /news- events/nida-notes/potential-pain- medication-targets-peripheral-nerves Stannard, Lia. (2011). “Long-Term Effects of Oxycontin Abuse.” Livestrong.com. article/ long- term-effects-of-oxycontin-abuse/