Chapter 14 - Pharmacology and Medication Administration Flashcards
Medication
A chemical substance that is used to treat or prevent disease or relieve pain
Pharmacology
The study of the properties and effects of drugs and medications
Action
the effect a drug has on the body
Indications
the common reasons for using a medication to treat a specific condition
Contraindication
situations in which a medication should not be used
Side effects
the undesired effects of a medication
Forms of medication
Compressed powders or tablets Liquids for injection Gels Suspensions Fine powders for inhalation Gas Spray Sublingual Liquid that is vaporized
Five rights
Right patient Right medication Right dose Right date/time Right route
Administration routes
Oral Sublingual Inhaled Intravenous Intramuscular Subcutaneous Endotracheal Intraosseous
Which medications are carried on an EMS unit?
oxygen
oral glucose
activated charcoal
aspirin
Which medications can an EMT administer or assist administering if prescribed for the patient?
inhaled broncho dilators
nitroglycerin
epinephrine
Which routes can an EMT administer medications by?
sublingual
oral
inhalation
injection
Dose
the amount of medication that is given to a patient at one time
Administration
the route and form by which a drug is given
