exam 2 Flashcards
When should the first safety check be performed?
When removing the medication from the system.
When should the second safety check be performed?
During medication preparation.
When should the third safety check be performed?
At the bedside before administration.
What is the first right of medication administration?
Right Client – Verify identity using two forms of ID.
What is the second right of medication administration?
Right Medication – Ensure the correct drug is given.
What is the third right of medication administration?
Right Dose – Administer the prescribed dosage.
What is the fourth right of medication administration?
Right Route – Give medication via the correct route.
What is the fifth right of medication administration?
Right Time – Administer at the scheduled time.
What is the sixth right of medication administration?
Right Documentation – Record administration accurately.
What is the seventh right of medication administration?
Right Assessment – Check patient condition before giving.
What is the eighth right of medication administration?
Right to Refuse – Patients can decline medication.
What is the ninth right of medication administration?
Right Education – Inform patients about their meds.
What is the tenth right of medication administration?
Right Evaluation – Monitor for desired effects and side effects.
How is oral (PO) medication administered?
It is swallowed and absorbed in the digestive tract.
How is sublingual (SL) medication administered?
It dissolves under the tongue for rapid absorption.
Where is buccal medication placed?
Between the cheek and gums.
How is rectal (PR) medication administered?
It is inserted into the rectum for absorption.
How is topical medication applied?
Directly to the skin.
How does transdermal medication work?
It is delivered through a skin patch.
How is intravenous (IV) medication given?
Injected into the vein for immediate effect.
How is intramuscular (IM) medication given?
Injected into the muscle.
How is subcutaneous (SubQ) medication given?
Injected under the skin.
How is intradermal (ID) medication given?
Injected into the dermis.
How is inhalation medication administered?
Through inhalers or nebulizers.
