Chapter 2-principles of drug admin

Question 1

in measuring liquid medication with a dropper it is important to hold the dropper

Answer 1

vertically to the receptor, which will provide the nurse with an eye level view of the medication and amount markings on the recptacle

Question 2

the muscle -ventrogluteal injection is used

Answer 2

gluteus mimimus and medius

Question 3

what is true of subcutaneous injection

Answer 3

given at 45 degree angle expect insulin and heparin which is given at a 90 degree angle

Question 4

normally the gluteal muscle may be used as injection sites for children after

Answer 4

child has been walking for 1 year

Question 5

type of syringe used for allergy injections

Answer 5

tuberculin syringe

Question 6

size of syringe used for intradermal injection

Answer 6

1 ml

Question 7

what is NOT true about effective client teaching

Answer 7

teaching targets one of the senses intensively

Question 8

primarily route for diagnostic purpose

Answer 8

intradermal

Question 9

route frequently requires use of a 22g, 1 1/2 inch needle

Answer 9

intramuscular

Question 10

when pouring liquid medication raise the measuring devise to eye level and read the measurement at

Answer 10

the lowest point of the meniscus

Question 11

which route is used most often for insulin

Answer 11

subcutaneus

Question 12

admin of ear drops to children less than 3

Answer 12

pulled back and down

Question 13

assessing client for anaphylaxis involves observing for

Answer 13

dyspnea, pruitus, nausea

Question 14

risk factors for a hypersensitivity reaction to medication include

Answer 14

past history of allergic reaction to drugs

Question 15

prior to administration of medication nurse should

Answer 15

ask client about drug allergies

Question 16

admin of medication from glass ampule nurse should know

Answer 16

use a filter needle or straw to withdrawal medication

Question 17

a nurse receives a medication prescription with out route what should be done

Answer 17

ask healthcare provider for clarification

Question 18

vaginal medication encourage client to

Answer 18

lie in bed

Question 19

administration of medications with a dropper what do you NOT do

Answer 19

touch medication with fingers

Question 20

which route of medication administration is used for local effects

Answer 20

topical application

Question 21

nurse discovers client is not taking medication as directed

Answer 21

ask the client why

Question 22

abbreviation for right eye

Answer 22

OD

Question 23

equivalent to 30mls

Answer 23

2 tablespoons

Question 24

equivalent to 1 grain

Answer 24

60 mg

Question 25

client with a nasogastic tube is prescribed four medications via the tube which is optimal adminstration

Answer 25

crush tablets and place each into a separate medication administration cup diluted in warm water

Question 26

administration of immunization to a 16 year old in his deltoid muscle, how would the nurse locate this

Answer 26

measure 2 to 3 finger breadth below the acromiom process

Question 27

what oral dosage form should not be distupted

Answer 27

enteric-coated, sustainted-action, products that contain a wax matrix, gel tabs and vaginal suppositories

Question 28

subcutaneous injections administered how

Answer 28

45 degree, 90 degree and only in the subcutaneous tissue

Question 29

administration of eyedrops

Answer 29

avoid placing medication on the cornea, never allow the tip to touch the eye, assist client with keeping the eye open and check order to verify which medication

Question 30

client is to receive Duricef 500mg by mouth as a stat dose and then every 12 hours for 10 days what must nurse do

Answer 30

ask for allergies, check chart to determine the need for lab work prior to medication admin, document administration of medication and initial or sign the document according to facility protocal