Medication Administration Flashcards
1
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Administer
A
To give a medication to a patient by a specific route of administration
2
Q
Contradicted
A
Meaning a drug should not be given to a client for a variety of reasons such as allergies
3
Q
Dilute
A
To make thinner
4
Q
Dispense
A
To give out, in parts or portions
5
Q
” Hold a medication “
A
This means a medication should be given but for some reason the nurse is deciding not to give at the time
6
Q
Infuse
A
To introduce a solution into the body through a vein
7
Q
Taper or wean
A
To gradually reduce or decrease
8
Q
Parameters
A
Instructions that tell you when or when not to give a medication
9
Q
eMAR / MAR
A
Electronic report or paper that serves as a legal record of drugs administered
