Medications via Skin & Mucous Membranes Flashcards
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The instructions for a topical medication state to “apply sparingly.” This means to apply a thin layer.
true
The resident says the prescription ointment has not worked very well yet. She tells you she thinks it will work better if you put a thicker layer on her rash. Because she asks, you should apply a thick layer of the ointment.
false
When you apply a transdermal patch, you should
a)write today’s date on it
b) write the date it is to be removed on it
c) never write on the patch as it may alter its effectiveness
d) draw a cute picture on it so the resident won’t be embarrassed wearing it
A
The usual maximum number of doses of nitroglycerine prn at one time is:
a) 2 tablets or sprays 5 minutes apart
b) unlimited; the person should continue to use the tablets or sprays every 5-10 minutes until the ambulance arrives
c) 5 tablets or sprays 10 minutes apart
d) 3 tablets or sprays 5 minutes apart
D
Transdermal medications are absorbed
a)through the cheeks
b)through the skin
c)through the nasal mucosa
d)very poorly. Almost no medication enters the bloodstream
B
You should give the resident something good tasting to drink immediately after sublingual medications, as they often taste very bitter. (true/false)
false
The prescription cream says “apply sparingly to rash on right thigh.” Now the resident has a rash that looks the same on her left thigh as well. You should also apply the cream to the left thigh. (true/false)
false
Buccal medications are placed
a)inside the cheek
b)in any body cavity with a mucous membrane
c)under the tongue
d)on the tongue
A
Which of the following is true about topical medications?
a)They are designed so that most of the medication is absorbed into the bloodstream.
b)None of the medication is absorbed into the bloodstream.
c)Some of the medication may be absorbed into the bloodstream.
d)They are absorbed through the nasal mucosa.
C
