Routes and Techniques of Drug Administration Flashcards
Cerumen
A waxy secretion of the glands of the external ear canal.
Controlled or scheduled drugs
A drug that is tightly controlled due to its abuse potential or risk.
Counterirritant
An agent that produces superficial irritation that is intended to relieve some other irritation.
Cream
A semisolid preparation of oil, water, and a medicinal agent.
Elixir
A hydroalcoholic liquid that contains sweeteners, flavoring, and a medicinal agent.
Emulsion
A medicinal agent that consists of oily substances dispersed in an aqueous medium with an additive to stabilize the dispersion.
Enteric coating
Acid resistant coating on a tablet that prevents it from being dissolved in an acid environment such as the stomach and are activated (dissolved) only when they reach an alkaline environment such as the small intestine.
Intravenous bolus
A single, precise amount of medication or fluids given, one time intravenously.
Intravenous infusion
A controlled administration of fluids, including drugs, directly into the vein, over a period of time. The most common method used is an infusion pump
Liniment
A medicine in an oily, soapy, or alcoholic vehicle to be rubbed on the skin to relieve pain or to act as a counterirritant.
Ointment
A semisolid preparation that contains medicinal agents for application to the skin or eyes.
Parenteral administration
By a route other than the alimentary canal (e.g.: intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous).
Speculum
An instrument for dilating a body orifice or cavity to allow visual inspection.
Suspension
A preparation of solid particles dispersed in a liquid but not dissolved in it.
