In Preparation Flashcards
1
Q
1 Rule Know Your Meds!!
A
What, why, how, where is it going?
-in order for any drug bioavailability (be able to be absorbed and used) it must be delivered to the correct part of the GI tract
-can this tube used for all meds?
2
Q
Crush simple tablets to a fine powder why?
A
Prevents residue from one medication from being mixed with another medication
3
Q
If Spansule type medications or liquid gelatin capsules are the only form available
A
Open into a medication cup and mix accordingly
