Medication Administration Flashcards
what is bar code administration
safety measure for med pass
mistakes can still occur if the wrong time to administer
define therapeutic classification
how it works on the body
define pharmacologic classification
how they are able to provide a therapeutic response
what is an idiosyncratic response
under, over, or opposite response occurs
what is drug synergy
two drugs used together for a stronger effect
what does it mean if a drug is teratogenic
has an effect on the embryo/fetus
what is a standing order
an if then order. used in emergent or simple scenarios
what is a single order
the pt gets that med one time
what is a stat order
given immediately, normally in an emergency, the nurse can bypass orders in this case
what is medication reconciliation
comparing the medications the pt is on at home vs the hospital
define triple check
CONFIRM MED
-when the nurse grabs the med
-when the dose is drawn up
-right before the administration
define the three checks
IF YOU CAN GIVE
-check the order
-check allergies
-check the expiration date
define the six rights
PREVENTS ERROR
-right drug
-right dose
-right route
-right time (normally given 1 hour before to 1 hour after)
-right pt (pt should verify or have someone else)
-right documentation
what should be a part of your pre-administration assessment
-diet order
-neurological concerns (can they refuse or swallow)
-current condition (appropriate to give med)
-lab values
what to do if a medical error occurred
assess pt, notify physician
how to give ophthalmic meds
have pt look up, try to apply to eye pocket, not cornea
what is an MDI and how do you administer
metered dose inhaler
-shake first
-hold your breath then exhale
-if steroid, pt should rinse mouth
how to give otic meds
let roll down their ear, press on the tragus, and have them lay on their side for at least five minutes
how to give vaginal meds
go to restroom, apply on back with knees flexed, use applicator, remain in position for 5-10 minutes, give pad if needed
how to give rectal meds
give on the left side in sims, add lubricant, and insert 3-4 inches, stay on side
