Chapter 2-principles of drug admin Flashcards
in measuring liquid medication with a dropper it is important to hold the dropper
vertically to the receptor, which will provide the nurse with an eye level view of the medication and amount markings on the recptacle
the muscle -ventrogluteal injection is used
gluteus mimimus and medius
what is true of subcutaneous injection
given at 45 degree angle expect insulin and heparin which is given at a 90 degree angle
normally the gluteal muscle may be used as injection sites for children after
child has been walking for 1 year
type of syringe used for allergy injections
tuberculin syringe
size of syringe used for intradermal injection
1 ml
what is NOT true about effective client teaching
teaching targets one of the senses intensively
primarily route for diagnostic purpose
intradermal
route frequently requires use of a 22g, 1 1/2 inch needle
intramuscular
when pouring liquid medication raise the measuring devise to eye level and read the measurement at
the lowest point of the meniscus
which route is used most often for insulin
subcutaneus
admin of ear drops to children less than 3
pulled back and down
assessing client for anaphylaxis involves observing for
dyspnea, pruitus, nausea
risk factors for a hypersensitivity reaction to medication include
past history of allergic reaction to drugs
prior to administration of medication nurse should
ask client about drug allergies
admin of medication from glass ampule nurse should know
use a filter needle or straw to withdrawal medication
a nurse receives a medication prescription with out route what should be done
ask healthcare provider for clarification
vaginal medication encourage client to
lie in bed
administration of medications with a dropper what do you NOT do
touch medication with fingers
which route of medication administration is used for local effects
topical application
nurse discovers client is not taking medication as directed
ask the client why
abbreviation for right eye
OD
equivalent to 30mls
2 tablespoons
equivalent to 1 grain
60 mg
client with a nasogastic tube is prescribed four medications via the tube which is optimal adminstration
crush tablets and place each into a separate medication administration cup diluted in warm water
administration of immunization to a 16 year old in his deltoid muscle, how would the nurse locate this
measure 2 to 3 finger breadth below the acromiom process
what oral dosage form should not be distupted
enteric-coated, sustainted-action, products that contain a wax matrix, gel tabs and vaginal suppositories
subcutaneous injections administered how
45 degree, 90 degree and only in the subcutaneous tissue
administration of eyedrops
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
client is to receive Duricef 500mg by mouth as a stat dose and then every 12 hours for 10 days what must nurse do
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
