Pharm Unit 1

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What is the primary purpose of the assessment stage in the nursing process?

  • To identify and prioritize goals
  • To collect subjective and objective data (correct)
  • To develop a plan of care and goals
  • To prioritize nursing diagnosis

Which of the following is considered subjective data in the assessment phase of the nursing process?

  • Patient's past medical history
  • Patient's sensory perception
  • Patient and family ability and willingness to take medication (correct)
  • Patient's response to illness

What type of data involves using all five senses in the assessment phase of the nursing process?

  • Plan data
  • Objective data (correct)
  • Nursing diagnosis data
  • Subjective data

Which stage of the nursing process involves developing a problem list and prioritizing hypothesis?

<p>Nursing diagnosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the nursing diagnosis stage, what is used to develop a plan of care and goals?

<p>NANDA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the planning stage of the nursing process involve?

<p>Generating solutions and prioritizing goals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the black box warning from the FDA?

<p>A warning about potential side effects of a medication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Joint Commission?

<p>Accrediting healthcare organizations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'off label' mean in the context of medication use?

<p>Using a medication in a manner not approved by the FDA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization focuses on quality and safety education for nurses (QSEN)?

<p>ISMP (Institute for Safe Medication Practices) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Controlled Substances Act of 1970?

<p>Establishing schedules for different substances (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the medication label 'may cause drowsiness' indicate?

<p>It has potential side effects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of nurses in medication reconciliation?

<p>Ensuring accurate and complete medication records (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are herbal supplements often considered to be?

<p>Low risk of abuse and addiction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the American Heart Association code of ethics require nurses to provide?

<p>'Nonjudgmental nursing care' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of drug classification for health providers?

<p>To guide appropriate treatment and patient education (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'standard of care' refer to in nursing practice?

<p>Policies and procedures specific to each hospital (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)?

<p>Overseeing federal healthcare programs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the nursing process, which stage involves taking action?

<p>Implementation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the eight rights of medication administration in the implementation stage of the nursing process?

<p>Patient name, drug label, dosage, route, time/frequency, documentation, reason, response (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the three medication checks in the implementation stage of the nursing process?

<p>To lower the risk of medication errors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a preventable event that may lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm called?

<p>Medical error (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary responsibility in patient education during the planning stage of the nursing process?

<p>Identifying knowledge deficits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating compliance in the nursing process?

<p>To determine if patients are following prescribed treatments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is responsible for regulating drugs in the United States?

<p>Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for a drug therapy to get approval?

<p>&gt; 12 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of insurance in accessing medication?

<p>To provide cost-effective healthcare services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Formulary' in the context of medication refers to:

<p>The list of drugs covered by insurance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Adverse effect' in medication administration refers to:

<p>'Secondary unwanted affect' resulting from medications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Federal Food and Drug Act of 1906 required a label for any dangerous or addicting substance on drug products. What was its primary purpose?

<p>To standardize labeling requirements for drug products (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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