NURSING III: WEEK 3 - QUIZ 3 Flashcards
The purpose of aspiration on IM injections is to ___.
ensure proper placement of the needle.
U-50 insulin has (1)__ unite of insulin in every mL.
U-100 insulin has (2)__ unites of insulin in every mL.
- 50 units
2. 100 units
When aspirating the needle with IM injections, blood return indicates __ __.
improper placement.
A reaction opposite to what the side effects of the medication normally are
idiosyncratic event
Idiosyncratic Event: Blurred vision is a __ effect
toxic
Idiosyncratic Event: A rash could indicate an __ __.
allergic reaction
A typical response to a stimulant is __ __.
dry mouth
If the nurse is apprehensive about the drug, dose, route, or reason for a medication, the nurse should first
call the prescriber and CLARIFY
If a prescriber is unwilling to change the order and does not justify the order in a reasonable/evidence-based manner, the nurse may
REFUSE to give the medication and NOTIFY the supervisor
Verbal orders should be limited to __ __ when written communication is unavailable
urgent situations
Much of a Pts apprehension about medication comes from lack of understanding. __ __ __ may lead to better compliance.
Educating the patient
True/False:
Ultimately, the patient has the right to refuse medication
True
How quickly a medication is absorbed is dependent on __ __ to the site.
blood flow (locations with less blood supply take longer to absorb)
Locations with (less/more) blood supply take longer to absorb.
less
The dorsal gluteal site is a location for a __ injection.
subcutaneous
