Med Administration Flashcards
key info pertaining to the administration of medications
1
Q
Suspension
A
liquid-powder mixture
2
Q
Emulsion
A
mix of two liquids that are not mutually soluble
3
Q
Capsules
A
extended and immediate release forms
extended release cannot be divided or crushed
4
Q
Instillation
A
drops or sprays
5
Q
Parenteral
A
avoids GI tract
Intradermal, IV, IM, SubQ, IO
6
Q
What features are important on a drug label?
A
trade and generic names, dosage, lot number, expiration date, proper storage, controlled substance classification
