homework review 3

Question 1

Controlled substances include

a. only intravenously administered drugs.
b. all analgesics.
c. only opiates.
d. drugs with a high abuse potential.

Answer 1

d. drugs with a high abuse potential.

Question 2

Flumazenil (Romazicon) and naloxone (Narcan) are prescribed to

Answer 2

reverse the sedation of other drugs.

Question 3

Generic medications are usually the ___________________ proprietary medications.

Answer 3

same as, but less expensive than,

Question 4

Insulin, tolbutamide (Orinase), chlorpropamide (Diabinase), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and metformin (Glucophage) are examples of

Answer 4

hypoglycemic agents.

Question 5

The role of the radiographer in medication administration involves

Answer 5

preparing the medication for administration and monitoring the patient after it has been given.

Question 6

The term pharmacokinetics refers to the study of

Answer 6

the physiological movement of medications**

Question 7

When a patient has an adverse response to a medication because he or she has been sensitized to a previous dose of the drug, the effect is considered to be

Answer 7

allergic

Question 8

When a patient overreacts or underreacts to a medication or has an unexpected response, the effect is categorized as

Answer 8

idiosyncratic

Question 9

Which is a common antihistamine (generic and trade names) kept in the radiology department?

Answer 9

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Question 10

What medication is a corticosteroid drug that acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, preventing or reducing edema of the tracheobronchial tree and minimizing the possibility of respiratory arrest during allergic reactions?

Answer 10

Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol)

Question 11

A common site for blood draws and emergency IV injections is

Answer 11

the median cubital vein

Question 12

A drug usually takes effect most rapidly when administered

a. orally.
b. intravenously.
c. intradermally.
d. intramuscularly.

Answer 12

b. intravenously.

Question 13

Administering nitroglycerine under the patient’s tongue is an example of

Answer 13

sublingual administration

Question 14

All of these are included in the six rights of drug administration, except.

a. the right time.
b. the right documentation.
c. the right dose.
d. the right cost.

Answer 14

right cost

Question 15

chemical name for drug example

Answer 15

2-(DIETHYLAMINO)-N-(2,6-DIMETHYLPHENYL-M ONOHYDROCHLORIDE)

Question 16

generic name for drug example

Answer 16

lidocaine hydrochloride

Question 17

brand name for drug example

Answer 17

xylocaine

Question 18

6 rights of medication adiministration

Answer 18

Right Patient
Right Drug
Right Dose
Right Route
Right Time
Right Documentation

Question 19

mnemonic for 6 rights of drug administration

Answer 19

patients do drugs round the day

Question 20

weight conversion equation

Answer 20

Pounds (lb) / 2.2 lb/kg = kilograms (kg)

Question 21

dose calculation equation

Answer 21

Dose/kg x Weight (kg) = Total Dose

Question 22

Angle of Intradermal = _++ degrees

Answer 22

10-15

Question 23

Angle of subcutaneous = _____ degrees

Answer 23

45 or 90

Question 24

IV complication that occurs when microorganisms invade the IV line, port, or skin on the site of injection

Answer 24

Infection

Question 25

Angle of intramuscular = __ degrees

Answer 25

90

Question 26

IV complication that occurs when the cannula is too large for the vein or if it's improperly secured

Answer 26

phlebitis

Question 27

IV complication that occurs when IV fluids or medications leak out of the vein and into the surrounding tissue

Answer 27

infiltration

Question 28

IV complication that occurs when a vesicant agent in the IV leaks into surrounding tissues and causes serious tissue damage

Answer 28

extravasation

Question 29

IV complication that occurs when the IV angio-catheter passes through more than one wall of a vein or if pressure is not applied to the IV site when the catheter is removed

Answer 29

hematoma

Question 30

IV complication that occurs when air enters the venous system from the VI catheter and circulates

Answer 30

air embolism

Question 31

Failure to apply pressure to the vein after discontinuing an IV can result in

Answer 31

hematoma

Question 32

If extravasation occurs during IV infusion, you should remove the needle or catheter, apply pressure, and then apply (cold/hot packs)

Answer 32

cold packs

Question 33

Which administration route is the injection of a contrast medium into the subarachnoid space for a myelogram?

Answer 33

intrathecal

Question 34

Which two are performed after oral administration of a medication? a. Hand hygiene b. Documentation of the medication c. Recheck the patient identity. d. Read the label again.

Answer 34

hand hygiene, documentation of the medication

Question 35

A “skin test,” such as a test for tuberculosis, which is administered to an area on the anterior forearm, is an example of the _________________ route of medication administration.

Answer 35

intradermal

Question 36

A multidrawered cabinet on wheels that contains medications, supplies, and equipment needed in the event of a cardiac arrest is called a(n)

Answer 36

emergency cart

Question 37

A noninvasive treatment that is appropriate for any patient who experiences acute anxiety accompanied by a rapid heart rate and shortness of breath is

Answer 37

a low rate of oxygen administration

Question 38

An emergency drug given to reverse bronchospasm is

Answer 38

isoproterenol

Question 39

Before suctioning a patient, it is important to check the suction system for which of the following? a. There is adequate length of tubing connecting the suction catheter to the receptacle. b. There is an assortment of disposable catheters available. c. The pump is working and a clean receptacle is connected to the pump d. All of the above

Answer 39

all of the above

Question 40

Research has proven that victims of massive trauma who survive the initial injury have a greater chance of recovery if their condition can be stabilized within the “golden” period, which refers to the first

Answer 40

hour

Question 41

the most common cause of death for individuals under 40 years of age in the United States is

Answer 41

trauma

Question 42

When patients who suffer from a chronic lung disease, such as emphysema, experience respiratory distress, they should receive

Answer 42

a low flow rate of oxygen (less than 3 L/min).

Question 43

Which of the following are accepted methods for administering oxygen? 1. Mask 2. Nasal prongs 3. Ventilator 4. Tent

Answer 43

all of the above

Question 44

Xylocaine (Lidocaine) is a drug found on the emergency code cart that can be used for treating cardiac emergencies because it is a(n)

Answer 44

antidysrhythmic

Question 45

The process of placing an artificial airway through the mouth or nose and into the trachea is commonly called

Answer 45

intubation

Question 46

emergency code: code blue

Answer 46

heart or respiration stops

Question 47

emergency code: code orange

Answer 47

hazardous spills

Question 48

emergency code: code red

Answer 48

fire

Question 49

emergency code: code silver

Answer 49

weapon or hostage situation

Question 50

emergency code: code gray

Answer 50

combative person

Question 51

emergency code: internal triage

Answer 51

internal emergency

Question 52

emergency code: external triage

Answer 52

external disaster

Question 53

emergency code: amber alert

Answer 53

infant/child abduction

Question 54

emergency code: rapid response

Answer 54

medical team needed at bedside

Question 55

flow rate for use of nasal cannula; oxygen delivery %

Answer 55

used with lower levels 1-6 L/min; 45% O2 delivery

Question 56

flow rate for use of simple oxygen mask; oxygen delivery %

Answer 56

1-10 L/min, 40-60% oxygen delivery

Question 57

flow rate for use of non-breathing oxygen mask; oxygen delivery %

Answer 57

supplies 100% oxygen

Question 58

A diabetic patient who has taken insulin but eaten no food may develop (hypoglycemia/hypergylcemia)

Answer 58

hypoglycemia

Question 59

A dizzy sensation that feels as if the room is spinning and that often causes nausea may be reported by patients who suffer from

Answer 59

inner ear disturbances

Question 60

A numeric system developed to evaluate the changing status of coma patients that can be used by a variety of healthcare workers is called the

Answer 60

Glasgow Coma Scale

Question 61

All of the following actions are appropriate when caring for a patient who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure, except for a. placing a pad under the head. b. accurate observation. c. maintaining the airway. d. restraining movement as much as possible.

Answer 61

d. restraining movement as much as possible.

Question 62

An AED has the ability to do all of the following except a. deliver a shock. b. analyze a cardiac rhythm. c. remind staff to not touch the patient. d. identify ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation.

Answer 62

c. remind staff to not touch the patient.

Question 63

An acute attack of asthma or other reactive airway disease may be treated by the administration of oxygen and

Answer 63

a bronchodilating medication

Question 64

The vital sign that most accurately indicates the condition of shock is the

Answer 64

blood pressure

Question 65

In small children or infants, a foreign body obstruction of the airway should be suspected if there is a sudden onset of

Answer 65

severe coughing or stridor

Question 66

A device to drain bile from the hepatic and common bile ducts to the outside of the body following cholecystectomy is called a

Answer 66

T-tube

Question 67

A substantial intravenous dose delivered rapidly is called a(n)

Answer 67

bolus

Question 68

an ionic iodinated contrast agent is one

Answer 68

that dissociates into charged particles in solution

Question 69

Aqueous iodine compounds that are injected into the body are removed from the blood and excreted

Answer 69

in urine via the kidneys.

Question 70

ERCP stands for

Answer 70

endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography

Question 71

The principal laboratory tests used to evaluate renal function prior to the injection of iodinated contrast media are the BUN and

Answer 71

creatinine

Question 72

When a contrast medium is described as aqueous, this means that

Answer 72

water is the principal solvent for the iodine compound.

Question 73

Which of the following listings is the most reliable predictor of risk of allergic response to contrast media? a. BUN level b. Seafood allergy c. Intradermal skin test d. Allergy history

Answer 73

allergy history

Question 74

Which of the following conditions is least likely to be an adverse reaction to the intravenous injection of aqueous iodinated contrast media? a. Hypertension b. Anaphylactic shock c. Nausea d. Urticaria

Answer 74

hypertension

Question 75

Gases commonly used as contrast agents are air and

Answer 75

carbon dioxide