Routes of medication for nursing pharmacology students Flashcards
(31 cards)
What is the definition of the oral route of medication administration?
The oral route involves administering medication through the mouth.
True or False: The subcutaneous route involves injecting medication into the muscle.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ route of medication administration involves placing the drug directly into the bloodstream.
intravenous
Which route of medication is often used for vaccinations?
Intramuscular route
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a route of medication administration? A) Oral B) Intravenous C) Intranasal D) Subdermal
D) Subdermal
What is a common advantage of the transdermal route?
It provides a steady release of medication over time.
True or False: Sublingual medications are placed under the tongue for absorption.
True
What does the term ‘enteral’ refer to in medication administration?
Routes that involve the gastrointestinal tract.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following routes is typically used for local administration of medication? A) Intravenous B) Topical C) Subcutaneous D) Oral
B) Topical
What is the primary advantage of using the intravenous route?
Immediate onset of action.
Fill in the blank: The __________ route involves inhaling medication through the respiratory system.
inhalation
True or False: Rectal administration can be used for both local and systemic effects.
True
What is the primary disadvantage of the oral route of medication administration?
Variability in absorption due to food and gastrointestinal factors.
Multiple Choice: Which route is commonly used for pain management in palliative care? A) Oral B) Intravenous C) Transdermal D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the purpose of the buccal route?
To allow medication to dissolve between the gums and cheek for absorption.
Fill in the blank: The __________ route is typically used for administering insulin.
subcutaneous
True or False: Intramuscular injections can be administered in the deltoid, vastus lateralis, and ventrogluteal muscles.
True
What type of medication is often administered via the intranasal route?
Nasal sprays and certain vaccines.
Multiple Choice: Which route provides the slowest absorption? A) Intravenous B) Intramuscular C) Subcutaneous D) Oral
C) Subcutaneous
What is the primary reason for using the topical route?
To deliver medication to a specific area on the skin or mucous membranes.
Fill in the blank: The __________ route is often used for patients who cannot take medications orally.
rectal
True or False: The sublingual route allows for rapid absorption into the bloodstream.
True
What is the significance of the first-pass effect?
It refers to the metabolism of a drug before it reaches systemic circulation.
Multiple Choice: Which route is considered the safest for self-administration? A) Oral B) Intravenous C) Intramuscular D) Inhalation
A) Oral
