Medication Administration

Question 1

1. Which term describes combinations of drugs with other ingredients that allow for easier ingestion,
   dosage control, and application to various body parts?

Solutions
Suspensions
Preparations
Emulsions

Answer 1

Preparations

Preparations are combinations of drugs with other ingredients. They allow for easier ingestion, dosage control, and also determine drugs’ routes of administration.

Liquid preparations are useful because they allow rapid absorption of the drug.

Question 2

2. Which statement describes classifications of medication forms?

Solutions; suspensions; emulsions; preparations
Liquids; semi-liquids; semisolids; solids
Mixtures; combinations; assortments; varieties Capsules; tablets; time released; gel caps

Answer 2

Liquids; semi-liquids; semisolids; solids

The four forms or classifications of medication are liquids, semi-liquids, emulsions, and preparations.

Question 3

4. Which term describes the key ingredient in a drug that produces the therapeutic effect?

Active ingredient
Inert ingredient
Therapeutic ingredient
Chemical ingredient

Answer 3

Active ingredient

An active ingredient in a drug produces a therapeutic effect.

Question 4

5. Which preparation must be shaken prior to administration?

Suspension
Solution
Spirit
Syrup

Answer 4

Suspension

A suspension must be shaken before administering.

Emulsions, magmas, and gels are given in small amounts because they contain large portions of active drugs ingredients, the ingredients that produce the therapeutic effect.

Question 5

6. All of the statements are correct about tinctures, fluidextracts, elixirs, and spirits EXCEPT:

they are highly concentrated forms of drugs.
these preparations must be measured carefully using a dropper or medicine glass.
they may be added to water or juice.
they can be administered via the parenteral route.

Answer 5

they can be administered via the parenteral route.

Tinctures, fluidextracts, elixirs, and spirits are highly concentrated forms of drugs that must be measured with a dropper or medicine glass and may be added to water or juice.

They contain much higher amount of drug per unit of liquid than other liquid forms.

Question 6

8. Which term describes a liquid suspension for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling?

Lotion
Gel
Liniment
Ointment

Answer 6

Liniment

Liniment is a liquid suspension for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling.

Liniments are rubbed onto the skin to promote absorption. An example is BenGay.

Question 7

9. Which describe a medication preparation that is commonly delivered by oral inhaler, allowing for rapid absorption into the bloodstream?

Spray
Aerosol
Mister
Liquid

Answer 7

Aerosol

Aerosol medications are frequently delivered by oral inhalers that allow for rapid absorption into the bloodstream.

An example is Albuterol (Proventil), a bronchodilator used in the treatment of obstructive airway disease such as asthma.

Question 8

10. Which type of drugs must always bear the label “Sterile—for ophthalmic use”?

Parenteral medications
Otic medications
Eye medications
Neonatal medications

Answer 8

Eye medications

Eye ointments must always bear the label “Sterile—for ophthalmic use.”

Question 9

11. Which describes drug powders that have been pressed or molded into small disks?

Lozenges
Troches
Caplets
Tablets

Answer 9

Tablets

Tablets are drug powders that have been pressed or molded into small disks.

Question 10

12. Which type of medication can lead to an overdose if crushed, opened, or emptied into food?

Caplets
Spansules
Scored tablets
Enteric-coated tablets

Answer 10

Spansules

Spansules can result in an overdose if crushed, opened, or emptied into food.

Question 11

13. The side effect of stomach irritation could be lessened if a patient was prescribed which type of medication?

Caplets
Spansules
Scored tablets
Enteric-coated tablets

Answer 11

Enteric-coated tablets

Stomach irritation is lessened when enteric-coated medications are administered.

Enteric-coated tablets should never be split when given to patients. the special coating keeps them from dissolving in the acidic secretions of the stomach. They do not dissolve until they reach the alkaline secretions of the intestines.

Question 12

14. Which term describes a form of drug that is mixed with a firm base that melts at body temperature and is molded into a shape suitable for insertion into the rectum or vagina?

Troche
Caplet
Spansule
Suppository

Answer 12

Suppository

A suppository is a form of a drug that is mixed with a firm base that melts at body temperature and is molded into a shape suitable for insertion into the vagina or rectum.

The active ingredients take effect locally or are absorbed into the bloodstream for systemic effects.

An example of a vaginal suppository is miconazole nitrate (Monistat), an antifungal used for vaginal fungal infection.

An example of a rectal suppository is bisacodyl (Dulcolax), a laxative used for relief of constipation.

Question 13

15. Which route of drug administration is the slowest way for a drug to reach the cells of the body?

Rectal
Parenteral
Oral
Inhalation

Answer 13

Oral

Oral medication administration is the slowest way for drugs to be absorbed.

Oral administration is the easiest, safest, and most economical way for a patient to take medication. Its absorption can be affected by the presence of food.

Question 14

16. Which statement is true about oral medication administration?

The drug can be broken down by enzymes in the digestive system.
Absorption can be affected by the presence of food. Irritating medications may cause nausea and stomach discomfort.
All answers are correct.

Answer 14

All answers are correct.

Oral medications can be broken down by enzymes in the digestive system, but is also the slowest way for a drug to reach the cells. The enzymes are in the GI system, therefore affecting its absorption. The presence of food can cause nausea and vomiting.

Question 15

17. Which statement is NOT true about sublingual medication administration?

The medication is placed under the patient’s tongue. The patient should take the medication with food or drink.
Absorption is faster than using the oral route. Medications are usually given for their systemic effects.

Answer 15

The patient should take the medication with food or drink.

The patient should not take anything by mouth until the medication is dissolved. Sublingual medications are placed under the patient’s tongue. Absorption is faster than the oral route and usually given for their systemic effects

Example: Nitroglycerin, a drug that dialites heart vessels and Ergotamine tartrate (Ergostat) for migraine headaches.

Question 16

18. Which statement does NOT describe instructions that should be given to a patient who is using the buccal route of medication administration?

Place the medication in the mouth next to the cheek. No food or drink is permitted until the tablets dissolve. Always place the medication in the same place to increase absorption.
Decrease mucosal irritation by alternating cheeks with each dose.

Answer 16

Decrease mucosal irritation by alternating cheeks with each dose.

Buccal medications are placed in the mouth next to the cheek and no food or drink is given until the tablets dissolve. Always place the medication in the same place to increase absorption.

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Question 17

19. Which term describes the method of applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane, usually for a local effect?

Intradermal
Interdermal
Dermal
Transdermal

Answer 17

Transdermal

Transdermal administration is a way of applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane, and usually has a local effect.

Question 18

Which term describes the process of dropping medications into the eyes, ears, and nose?

Irrigation
Insertion
Instillation
Inserting

Answer 18

Instillation

Instillation is the method of applying drugs into the eyes, ears, and nose or some other body cavity.

Question 19

21. Which describes how a suppository would be administered?

Irrigation
Insertion
Instillation
Inserting

Answer 19

Insertion

A suppository is inserted into a body cavity such as a rectum or vagina.

Question 20

22. Which term describes the process of rinsing a part of the body cavity with water that contains drugs?

Irrigation
Insertion
Instillation
Inserting

Answer 20

Irrigation

Irrigation is the rinsing of the body cavity with water or other solutions.

Question 21

23. Which condition is usually treated by administering medications via nebulizers, inhalers, and atomizers?

Diabetes
Influenza
Congestive heart failure
Asthma

Answer 21

Asthma

Inhalation therapy is administered via inhalers, nebulizers, and atomizers in conditions such as asthma.

Question 22

24. Which route of medication administration requires that all supplies be sterile?

Buccal
Sublingual
Parenteral
Oral

Answer 22

Parenteral

All equipment is to be sterile when giving a parenteral medication because the skin is broken.

All injection equipment and medication must be sterile, or free of microorganisms. The method is expensive, sometimes painful, and awkward for patients to administer to themselves. There is a danger of injecting the drug incorrectly into a vein.

Question 23

25. Which describes the process whereby a physician tells a healthcare worker which drug or drugs to administer to a patient?

Prescription
Medication order
Chart note
SOAP

Answer 23

Medication order

A physician tells a healthcare worker which drug or drugs to administer through a written or verbal medication order.

It may be expressed in writing or verbally. When an order must be given verbally, as in an emergency situation, it should be written down and signed by the physician within 24 hours.

Question 24

26. Which describes a drug order where the ordered drug is administered until a discontinuation order is written or until a specified termination date is reached?

Standing order
Routine order
PRN order
Verbal order

Answer 24

Routine order

A routine order is an order for a drug that is administered until a specific termination date is reached.

The most common type of drug order.

Question 25

27. The medication order "Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for temperature of 101°F or above" is an example of a: standing order. routine order. PRN order. verbal order.

Answer 25

standing order. A standing order is when a drug is administered for a specific condition. An example is "Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for a temperature of 101°F." Standing orders are written and signed by the physician in charge of a patients care before they are needed.

Question 26

28. Which describes a type of medication order written by a physician for a drug to be given when a patient needs it? Standing order Routine order PRN order Verbal order

Answer 26

PRN order A PRN order is written so it is available when a patient needs it. The majority of drugs written as PRN orders are pain medications.

Question 27

29. Which of the following abbreviations stands for after meals? a.c. p.c. n.p.o. q.

Answer 27

p.c. The abbreviation p.c. stands for after meals.

Question 28

30. Which of the following abbreviations means twice a day? qid tid bid dc

Answer 28

bid The abbreviation for twice a day is bid.

Question 29

31. Which statement describes why unit-dose packaging is the safest and most convenient means of administering medicines? The drugs require little handling and no special preparation before being taken to the patient. Unused doses can be returned to the pharmacy for credit. The individual wrappings ensure that drugs will not become contaminated in handling. All answers are correct.

Answer 29

All answers are correct. The safest and most convenient way of administering medications is unit-dose packaging. They require minimum handling, while unused doses can be returned to the pharmacy. Because the doses of drugs are wrapped individually, they have minimal handling.

Question 30

32. Which type of medications must be kept in a locked, secure place with limited access, must be counted or measured at the beginning of each shift, and must have the quantity recorded on a narcotics form? Antibiotics Contraceptives Controlled substances Antipyretics

Answer 30

Controlled substances Because they are restricted, controlled substances are locked up and have limited access and must be signed out. They are counted at the beginning of every shift and recorded on a narcotics form. Locked boxes contain Schedule II, III, and IV drugs.

Question 31

33. Which statement describes correct guidelines for setting up medications? Clear your mind of everything. The task at hand needs your full attention. Follow aseptic procedure when handling medications. If preparing a unit-dose tablet, place the tablet directly into the medicine cup. All answers are correct.

Answer 31

All answers are correct. Three things that must be done when setting up medications include making sure you are not preoccupied with other thoughts besides setting up medications. Aseptic procedures must be followed because microorganisms can be transmitted, think about cleanliness. Never open the package until with the patient.

Question 32

34. Which statement describes an INCORRECT way to pour a liquid medication from a bottle? Remove the cap and place it upside down. Hold the bottle with the label against the palm of the hand while pouring. Hold the cup at eye level to ensure accuracy of the dose. Place the medication cup on a surface at eye level to ensure accuracy.

Answer 32

Hold the cup at eye level to ensure accuracy of the dose. When pouring a medication, place it on a surface at eye level. Never hold it at eye level and pour.

Question 33

35. When administering a medication, the label should be checked _____________ time(s). one two three four

Answer 33

four Check the medication label four times with a unit-dose recording form before administering.

Question 34

36. Which statement describes when to give a medication that should be taken on an empty stomach? 1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward 2 hours before meals or 1 hour afterward 1 hour before meals or 1 hour afterward 2 hours before meals or 2 hours afterward

Answer 34

1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward Take a drug that needs to be given on an empty stomach 1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward.

Question 35

37. Which abbreviation describes when to administer medications that cause sleepiness? a. m. p. c. h. s. q. h.

Answer 35

h.s. Give any medication that can cause drowsiness at bedtime, or h.s.

Question 36

38. Which is a good guideline to follow when assessing a patient for any reaction to a medication? Assess after 15 minutes. Assess after 30 minutes. Assess after 45 minutes. Assess after 60 minutes.

Answer 36

Assess after 30 minutes. Assess a patient 30 minutes after giving a drug for any side effects.

Question 37

39. Although a drug may have several brand names, it only has one: trade name. recorded name. generic name. registered name

Answer 37

generic name. A drug has only one generic name but may have several brand names.

Question 38

41. Which may be present on a drug label? Specific storage requirements The length of time a drug will be potent after being opened The warning "Not safe for pregnant women" All answers are correct.

Answer 38

All answers are correct. Specific storage requirements, the length of time a drug will be potent after being opened, and the warning "not safe for pregnant women" are all found on a drug label.

Question 39

42. Which item on a drug label makes it easier for a manufacturer to trace a problem to a particular batch, allowing for drug recall? Expiration date Lot number Manufacturer's address National Drug Code numbers

Answer 39

Lot number The lot number found on the drug label makes it easier for a manufacturer to trace a problem to a particular batch, allowing for drug recall.

Question 40

43. Which statement about the patient's medical record is correct? It is a form of communication between the patient, doctor, and healthcare team. The chart is a legal document. Researchers may use the chart to study diseases or drugs. All answers are correct.

Answer 40

All answers are correct. The patient's medical record is a form of communication between the patient, doctor, and healthcare team. It is a legal document and researchers may use the chart to study diseases or drugs.

Question 41

44. Which term describes a system of documenting that involves the chart being organized according to a numbered list of problems? SOAP PIE POMR MAR

Answer 41

POMR The POMR is a system of documenting that involves the chart being organized according to a numbered list of problems.

Question 42

45. Which term describes a way to organize and chart patient progress? SOAP POMR MAR PRN

Answer 42

SOAP SOAP (subjective-objective-assessment plan) notes are a way to organize information for charting.

Question 43

46. Which statement describes the proper way to chart medication administration? Chart before you give the medication. Chart after you give the medication. At the end of the day, chart all of the medications you have given. At the beginning of the day, chart all of the medications you are ordered to give.

Answer 43

Chart after you give the medication. Chart a medication after you give it and never before.

Question 44

47. Which statement describes the right way to correct an error when charting? Completely erase the error. Use a correction pen, fluid, or tape. Black out the mistake. Draw one line through the mistake.

Answer 44

Draw one line through the mistake. Draw one line through a mistake when charting. Never erase it or use correction pens, fluids, or tapes, or black it out.

Question 45

48. Which describes the MOST correct way to record information in the medical record? Use a felt-tip pen. Use a pencil. Use a black-ink pen. Use a gel pen.

Answer 45

Use a black-ink pen. Use a black-ink pen to record information in the medical record. Only ink should be used.

Question 46

49. Which must be completed if a medication error occurs? Medication administration form Food and Drug Administration report Incident report Drug Enforcement Administration report

Answer 46

Incident report When an error is made it should be charted on an incident report.

Question 47

50. Which step should be followed to prevent medication errors from occurring? Carefully read medication labels. Have all calculations checked by another member of the healthcare team. Call the physician to clarify an illegible medication order. All answers are correct.

Answer 47

All answers are correct. To prevent errors from occurring, carefully read medication labels, have all calculations checked by another member of the healthcare team, and call the physician to clarify an illegible medication order.

Question 48

52. Which type of preparations should be patted onto the skin rather than rubbed in? Liniments Lotions Gels Emulsions

Answer 48

Lotions Pat a lotion onto the skin rather than rub it in. Lotions are suspensions of drugs in water base and are used for external purposes.

Question 49

53. Which type of preparations allows drug effects to continue at the same level over a long period? Enteric coated Sustained release Troches Syrups

Answer 49

Sustained release Sustained-release tablets are preparations that allow drug effects to continue at the same level over a long period of time. The rationale for this is they have several doses of a drug and have special coatings that dissolve at different rates, so the medicine releases into the stomach gradually. Some drugs are released immediately and some are released 12 hours later.

Question 50

54. Which is the abbreviation to use when documenting the administration of medication by mouth? Buc PO No abbreviation SL

Answer 50

PO PO or p.o. refers to administration of a drug by mouth or orally.

Question 51

55. Which route of medication administration is the most dangerous way to administer drugs? PO SC IM IV

Answer 51

IV The most dangerous way to administer a drug is intravenously because there is no way to correct an error. It is a way of placing a sterile solution into a vein. It is the most desirable route when a fast-acting medication is needed quickly.

Question 52

56. Which is the military time equivalent of 5:45 p.m.? 1745 hours 0545 hours 1145 hours 2545 hours

Answer 52

1745 hours 5:45 p.m. is converted to 1745 according to the military clock. To convert to military time, after 12:00 p.m. add 12 to the hour. Therefore 5:45 plus 12 equals 1745.

Question 53

57. Drugs that are combined with other ingredients (e.g., ingredients to make medicines taste better or to allow for application to the skin) are called drug ___________________.

Answer 53

preparations Explanation: Drugs that are combined with other ingredients to make medications taste better or to allow for the drug to be applied to the skin are called preparations.

Question 54

58. Different forms of drugs are appropriate for different routes of administration, so it is important to use the correct form. Failure to administer the drug in the correct form results in medication __________________.

Answer 54

error Explanation: Different forms of drugs are appropriate, so is important to use the correct form. Failure to administer the drug in the correct form results in medication error.

Question 55

59. Solutions, syrups, fluidextracts, spirits, and elixirs are all examples of __________________ preparations.

Answer 55

liquid Explanation: Liquid preparations include solutions, syrups, fluidextracts, spirits, and eixirs.

Question 56

60. Drugs that are able to dissolve in liquids are termed __________________.

Answer 56

soluble Explanation: Soluble drugs are able to dissolve in liquids.

Question 57

61. The ingredient in a drug that produces the therapeutic effect is the _____________ ingredient.

Answer 57

active Explanation: The active ingredient in a drug produces the therapeutic effect.

Question 58

62. A liquid that contains a completely dissolved drug in water or alcohol is termed a(n) ____________________.

Answer 58

solution Explanation: A solution is a liquid that has a completely dissolved drug in it.

Question 59

63. A liquid that contains particles of an undissolved drug is termed a(n) ___________________.

Answer 59

suspension Explanation: A suspension is a liquid that contains particles of an undissolved drug.

Question 60

64. A medication that is in the form of a suspension should be ________________ before administering.

Answer 60

shaken Explanation: Medication in the form of a suspension should be shaken before administering.

Question 61

65. While separated suspensions must be shaken before administering, separated solutions must be ______________________.

Answer 61

discarded Explanation: Solutions rarely separate when left standing. If they do, it is because they have been stored improperly or are past the expiration date for safe usage. Separated solutions should be discarded.

Question 62

66. Tinctures, fluidextracts, extracts, and spirits are highly concentrated forms of drugs and prescribed in small doses. Because of this, they must be measured using a medicine glass or ______________________.

Answer 62

dropper Explanation: Tinctures, fluidextracts, extracts, and spirits contain much higher amounts of drugs per liquid than do other liquid forms. As a result, the dose is smaller and must be measured in a medicine glass or dropper.

Question 63

67. Heavy solutions of water and sugar, usually with a flavoring added to disguise the unpleasant taste of the drug, are called ________________.

Answer 63

syrups Explanation: Syrups are heavy solutions of water and sugar with a flavoring added to disguise the unpleasant taste of the drug.

Question 64

68. ______________________ are liquid suspensions used for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling.

Answer 64

Liniments Explanation: Liniments are liquid suspensions used for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling.

Question 65

69. Lotions are suspensions of drugs in a water base for external use. Lotions are ____________________ onto the skin rather than rubbed in.

Answer 65

patted Explanation: Because lotions are suspensions of drugs in a water base for external use, they are patted onto the skin rather than rubbed in.

Question 66

70. Aerosol medications are commonly delivered by oral inhalers and are used in the treatment of obstructive airway disease such as _______________.

Answer 66

asthma Explanation: Aerosol medications are delivered by oral inhalers and frequently used in the treatment of obstructive airway disease such as asthma. An example is albuterol (Proventil), a bronchodilator.

Question 67

71. Eye ointments must always bear the label "Sterile—for ___________________ use."

Answer 67

ophthalmic Explanation: Medications labeled "Sterile—for ophthalmic use" are eye ointments.

Question 68

72. Drug powders that have been pressed or molded into small disks are called _______________.

Answer 68

tablets Explanation: Tablets are drug powders that have been pressed or molded into small disks.

Question 69

73. Tablets may be _____________________, which allows for breakage into halves.

Answer 69

scored Explanation: Scored tablets allow breakage into halves.

Question 70

74. A(n) ____________________ is a gelatin sheath that contains one dose of medication.

Answer 70

capsule Explanation: A gelatin sheath containing one dose of medication is called a capsule.

Question 71

75. Sustained-release capsules are often called ___________________.

Answer 71

spansules Explanation: Spansules are sustained-release capsules.

Question 72

76. A medication form that contains several doses of a drug that are released into the stomach gradually is a(n) _____________________________ tablet or capsule.

Answer 72

sustained-release Explanation: Sustained-release tablets and capsules contain several doses of a drug that have special coatings released into the stomach gradually.

Question 73

77. ________________________ tablets and capsules have a special coating that keeps them from dissolving in the acid secretions of the stomach.

Answer 73

Enteric-coated Explanation: Enteric-coated tablets and capsules have a special coating that keeps them from dissolving in the acid secretions of the stomach.

Question 74

78. Never crush, open, or empty a sustained-release tablet or capsule into food or liquid. Using sustained-release medication in this way can cause the patient to receive a(n) _________________.

Answer 74

overdose Explanation: Never crush, open, or empty a sustained-release tablet or capsule into food or liquid because it predisposes a patient to an overdose.

Question 75

79. Troches and lozenges are tablets designed to dissolve in the _________________ rather than be swallowed.

Answer 75

mouth Explanation: Rather than being swallowed, troches and lozenges are tablet designed to dissolve in the mouth.

Question 76

80. Drugs that are inserted into the vagina or rectum are termed ________________.

Answer 76

suppositories Explanation: Drugs that are inserted into the rectum or vagina are suppositories.

Question 77

81. Do not crush or mix enteric-coated tablets or capsules into food or liquid because they will destroy the enteric coating and cause the medication to be released into the stomach rather than the __________________.

Answer 77

intestine Explanation: Never crush or mix enteric-coated tablets or capsules into food or liquid because they will destroy the enteric coating and cause the medication to be released into the stomach instead of the intestines.

Question 78

82. Oral administration is the easiest, safest, and most economical way for a patient to take medicine; however, it is also the _________________ way for a drug to reach the cells of the body.

Answer 78

slowest Explanation: Although oral administration is the easiest, safest, and most economical way to administer a drug, it is also the slowest method.

Question 79

83. Sublingual administration means placing a drug under the ___________________.

Answer 79

tongue Explanation: With sublingual administration, a drug is placed under the tongue.

Question 80

84. When a drug is administered via the sublingual route, the patient should be instructed not to ______________ or _______________ until all the medication is dissolved.

Answer 80

drink; eat Explanation: Instruct the patient never to eat or drink until all the sublingual medication is dissolved.

Question 81

85. When patients are administered medications using the buccal route, they should be taught to alternate __________________ with each dose to avoid mucosal irritation.

Answer 81

cheeks Explanation: To avoid mucosa irritation, alternate cheeks to administer a buccal medication.

Question 82

86. The method of applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane is termed _____________________ administration.

Answer 82

topical Explanation: Topical administration refers to applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane.

Question 83

87. The placement of drops of liquid into the eyes, ears, nose, or some other body cavity is called _______________________.

Answer 83

instillation Explanation: Putting drops of liquid into the eyes, ears, nose, or some other body cavity is called instillation.

Question 84

88. The placement of an object into a body cavity (e.g., putting a suppository in the rectum) is called _____________________.

Answer 84

insertion Explanation: Insertion is putting a topical medication such as a suppository into the rectum, vagina, or urinary bladder.

Question 85

89. _____________________ involves rinsing a body cavity with water or other solutions.

Answer 85

Irrigation Explanation: Rinsing a body cavity with water or other solution is called irrigation.

Question 86

90. In ________________________ administration, medicine is sprayed into the nose, throat, and lungs.

Answer 86

inhalation Explanation: Inhalation administration is when a drug is sprayed or inhaled into the nose, throat, or lungs.

Question 87

91. Injecting a drug into the body with a needle and syringe is called _______________________ administration.

Answer 87

parenteral Explanation: Parenteral medication administration is injecting a drug into the body with needle and syringe.

Question 88

92. When an object is free of all microorganisms it is ________________.

Answer 88

sterile Explanation: Being sterile means being free of all microorganisms

Question 89

93. When an intradermal injection is correctly performed, a small _____________ will form under the skin.

Answer 89

bubble (bleb) Explanation: With intradermal administration, a small amount of medication is injected into a layer of fatty tissue that lies beneath the outer layer of skin. A small bleb, or bubble, will form under the skin.

Question 90

94. The abbreviation IM is used to designate the ____________________ route of medication administration.

Answer 90

intramuscular Explanation: The abbreviation for intramuscular is IM.

Question 91

95. When a physician tells a nurse or another healthcare worker which drug or drugs to administer to a patient, the physician is giving a(n) ____________________________.

Answer 91

medication order Explanation: When a physician tells a nurse which drug or drugs are to be administered to a patient, it is called giving a medication order.

Question 92

When an order must be given verbally, as in an emergency situation, it should be written down and signed by the physician within __________ hours.

Answer 92

24 Explanation: A verbal order may need to be given in an emergency situation. It must be written down and signed by a physician within 24 hours of the order being given.

Question 93

97. A(n) _____________________ is a patient who is not hospitalized, for example, a walk-in (ambulatory) patient.

Answer 93

outpatient Explanation: Any patient who is not hospitalized is an outpatient. An example is a walk-in or ambulatory clinic patient.

Question 94

98. When writing a prescription, the patient's age must be included, especially if the _________________ needs to be checked (e.g., for children and older adult patients).

Answer 94

dosage Explanation: The dosage of a medication must be checked when writing a prescription for a child or older adult. The patient's age must be included.

Question 95

99. In military time, 9:30 a.m. would be recorded as ______________ in a patient's chart.

Answer 95

0930 Explanation: 9:30 a.m. is written as 0930. When using military time, the day begins at 0001 (12:01 a.m.) and ends with 2400 or 2400 (12:00 midnight). The number of the hour is used with zeros as appropriate to indicate both hours and minutes.

Question 96

100.When a drug is to be given when a patient needs it, the physician denotes this by writing a(n) ___________________ order.

Answer 96

PRN Explanation: A PRN order is an order to administer a medication when a patient needs it.

Question 97

101."Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for a temperature of 101ºF or above" is an example of a(n) ______________________ order.

Answer 97

standing Explanation: A standing order is when a drug is administered for a specific condition.

Question 98

102.The abbreviation p.c. means ___________________.

Answer 98

after meals Explanation: The abbreviation for after meals is p.c.

Question 99

103.Drugs such as narcotics, stimulants, and depressants are classified as ________________________________ because their use is restricted.

Answer 99

controlled substances Explanation: The use of controlled substances is restricted. Examples are narcotics, stimulants, and depressants. These drugs have the potential for abuse.

Question 100

104.When working with a liquid medication, place the medication cup on a surface at ________________ to ensure accuracy of the dose.

Answer 100

eye level Explanation: When giving a liquid medication, place it at eye level on a stable surface. This ensures an accurate dose.

Question 101

105.Liquid oral medicines are especially convenient for ________________________ and ___________________________ who have trouble swallowing solid capsules and tablets.

Answer 101

children; older adults Explanation: Liquid oral medications are given to children and older adults if they have trouble swallowing solid capsules and tablets.

Question 102

106.A form of medication, of which guaifenesin (Robitussin) is an example, is a(n) ___________________.

Answer 102

syrup Explanation: A syrup is a special form of medication, such as guaifenesin (Robitussin).

Question 103

107.A(n) ________________________ must be shaken before use.

Answer 103

suspension Explanation: A suspension is a medication that must be shaken before being given.

Question 104

108.BenGay is an example of a(n) __________________, which is a liquid suspension used to relieve pain and swelling.

Answer 104

liniment Explanation: Liniments are liquid suspensions for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling. They are rubbed into the skin which promotes absorption. An example is BenGay.

Question 105

109.Liniments are used to relieve _______________________ and ______________________.

Answer 105

pain; swelling Explanation: Liniments are liquid suspension for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling. They are rubbed into the skin. An example is BenGay.

Question 106

110.Automated medication dispensing systems require the use of a(n) _____________________ to ensure secure access.

Answer 106

password Explanation: Automated medication dispensing systems such as a Pyxis MedStation system ensures secure access through encrypted passwords or through fingerprint scanning recognition systems.

Question 107

111.Nitrostat is an example of the ________________ name of a drug.

Answer 107

trade Explanation: Nitrostat is the trade name, which is also known as the brand name. Trade or brand names are the property of the company that manufactures the drugs. A registered trademark appears in the upper right corner of a drug indicating the name has been registered with the U.S. Patent Trademark Office.

Question 108

112.Many medication errors occur as a result of the incorrect placement of the _______________ point.

Answer 108

decimal Explanation: Always have calculations checked by another member of the healthcare team. Many medication errors occur as a result of incorrect placement of the decimal point.

Question 109

113.List the "six rights" for administering medications.

Answer 109

Feedback: The "seven rights" of medication administration include: 1. Right drug 2. Right dose 3. Right patient 4. Right route 5. Right time 6. Right documentation

Question 110

114.What facts must be recorded on the medication administration record (MAR)?

Answer 110

Feedback: The following facts must be recorded on the medication administration record (MAR): 1. Name of the drug 2. Strength and/or amount of the drug 3. Times at which the drug is given 4. Route by which the drug is given 5. Initials and signature of the healthcare worker who administers the drug