Medication Administration and the Nursing Processof Drug Therapy Ch 3 Flashcards
Assessment
collection of patient data that affects drug therapy
Controlled- release
oral tablet or capsule formulations that maintain consistent serum drug levels
Dosage form
form in which drugs are manufactured; includes elixirs, tablets, capsules, suppositories, parenteral drugs, and transdermal systems
Enteric-coated
coating of a tablet or capsule that makes it insoluble in stomach acid
Evaluation
determining a patient’s status in relation to stated goals and expected outcomes
Evidence-based practice
scientific evidence that yields the best practice in patient care
Interventions
planned nursing activities performed on a patient’s behalf, including assessment, promotion of adherence to drug therapy, and solving problems related to drug therapy
Medication history
list of prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, herbal supplements, or illegal substances taken by the patient (both current and past)
Nursing Diagnosis
description of patient problems based on assessment data
Nursing Process
systematic way of gathering and using information to plan and provide individualized patient care
Parenteral
injected administration; subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous route
Planning/goals
expected outcomes of prescribed drug therapy
Rights of medication administration
assist to ensure accuracy in drug therapy; rights include right drug, right dose, right patient, right route, right time, right reason, and right documentation
Topical
application of drugs (e.g., solutions, ointments, creams, or suppositories) to skin or mucous membranes
Transdermal
absorption of drugs (e.g., skin patches) through the skin
