Essential medication information Flashcards
1
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Indications
A
the common reasons for using a medication to treat a specific condition.
2
Q
Contraindications
A
Reasons a medication should not be used.
Ex. Do not give a pt. Nitroglycerin who has taken Viagra within the last 48 hrs.
3
Q
Dose
A
The amount of medication given at one time
4
Q
Administration
A
Route and form by which a drug is given
5
Q
Actions
A
the effect the drug has on the body. Intended positive response
6
Q
Side Effects
A
the undesired effects of a medication
7
Q
The Five “Rights”
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(PMDRT) P- right Patient M- Medication D- Dose R- Route T- Time
8
Q
Check for discoloration or impurities
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Epinephrine or other liquid medications should be inspected for discoloration or cloudiness.
9
Q
You must document:
A
- the drug
- dose
- route
- time administered
- changes in condition
- vitals
- any side effects
