Enteral Medication Administration

In the context of medication administration, what is the primary characteristic of enteral routes?

Which of the following is an example of medication administered via an enteral route?

A patient has difficulty swallowing pills. Which alternative formulation would still allow for enteral administration?

Compared to intravenous administration, what is a key disadvantage of the enteral route?

A medication's first-pass metabolism primarily affects drugs administered via which route?

How would severe vomiting and diarrhea most likely affect the absorption of an enterally administered drug?

An elderly patient with reduced gastric acid production is prescribed an enteric-coated tablet. What potential issue might arise?

Which of the following scenarios would most likely necessitate avoiding the enteral route of drug administration?

A patient requires immediate pain relief. Considering the bioavailability and onset time, which parenteral route is MOST suitable?

A new drug needs to be administered in a hospital setting due to the necessity for continuous monitoring and immediate response to potential adverse reactions. Which route is MOST appropriate?

Which parenteral route involves injecting a drug directly into a vein?

Which of these is generally considered an advantage of the intramuscular (IM) route compared to the intravenous (IV) route?

What is a key disadvantage of the intravenous (IV) route compared to other parenteral routes?

A patient requires a vaccine. Considering the need for a sustained release, which parenteral route is MOST suitable?

In which scenario would the risk of nerve damage be MOST concerning when selecting a parenteral route?

For a medication that is significantly affected by first-pass metabolism, which parenteral route would be the LEAST affected?

A patient requires a medication that needs to bypass the gastrointestinal tract for direct absorption. Which route of administration would be MOST appropriate?

A new drug is developed that is significantly degraded by stomach acid. Which route of administration would be LEAST suitable for this drug?

A patient experiencing severe nausea is unable to swallow medications. Which route of administration might be considered as an alternative to oral?

A drug is designed to target the respiratory system directly. Which route of administration would be MOST effective in delivering the drug?

For a drug administered topically, what is the primary site of action?

Which of the following routes of administration provides the MOST rapid onset of action?

A patient needs a medication that provides a sustained release over an extended period. Which route of administration is LEAST likely to be suitable?

A drug is administered via the enteral route. Consequently, through which system will the drug FIRST pass after absorption?

A patient is having difficulty swallowing oral medications. Which of the following enteral routes would be LEAST appropriate, considering their swallowing difficulties?

Why do drugs administered via the sublingual route often have a quicker onset of action compared to the oral route?

A medication is known to cause significant gastrointestinal irritation when taken orally. Which alternative enteral route might be considered to minimize this side effect, while still achieving systemic drug effects?

A patient requires a medication quickly, but they are currently experiencing severe nausea and vomiting. Which enteral route would be the MOST suitable to administer the drug?

Why do some drugs have limited bioavailability when taken orally?

Which of the following is a primary disadvantage of the buccal route of drug administration compared to the sublingual route?

A drug is most effective when delivered in high concentrations but is only available in limited quantities. Which enteral route would be MOST appropriate to maximise the amount of drug absorbed?

Which of the following dosage forms is LEAST suitable for sublingual administration?

A patient requires a medication that needs to be absorbed slowly and consistently over time. Considering the advantages of different administration routes, which would be MOST suitable?

A physician needs to perform a diagnostic test that requires minimal systemic absorption of the administered drug. Which route of adiminstration is MOST appropriate?

A patient is prescribed a medication for hemorrhoids. Which topical route of adminstration is MOST suitable?

A new drug is developed that needs to act locally with minimal impact on the rest of the body. Which route of administration would be MOST appropriate for this drug?

Which of the following is an advantage of topical drug administration?

A patient is experiencing seasonal allergies with nasal congestion. Which topical route of administration would be MOST appropriate to deliver a decongestant?

When would the intradermal route be the PREFERRED method of drug administration?

A patient needs an artificial tear solution. Which topical route of administration is MOST appropriate?

What is a primary benefit of administering a drug through a transdermal patch compared to oral administration?

A patient reports skin irritation at the site of a transdermal patch. Which characteristic of transdermal drug delivery is most likely the cause?

A doctor prescribes a fentanyl patch for a patient's chronic pain management. What aspect of transdermal fentanyl administration is most beneficial in this scenario?

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using transdermal drug delivery systems?

How does the non-invasive nature of transdermal patches primarily benefit patients?

Why might a medication be formulated into a transdermal patch rather than an oral tablet?

If a patient needs a medication that requires consistent blood levels over several days, which route of administration is most suitable?

A patient using a nicotine patch to quit smoking continues to smoke cigarettes. What is a potential risk associated with this?

Enteral Route

Route of Drug Administration

Examples of Enteral Routes

Parenteral Route

Examples of Parenteral Routes

Topical Route

Examples of Topical Routes

Inhalational Route

Oral Route

Oral Route Advantages

Oral Route Disadvantages

Sublingual/Buccal Route

Sublingual/Buccal Advantages

Sublingual/Buccal Disadvantages

Rectal Route

Rectal Route Advantages

Intravenous (IV)

IV Examples

IV Advantages

IV Disadvantages

Intramuscular (IM)

IM Examples

IM Advantages

Subcutaneous (SC) Route

SC Route Examples

SC Route Disadvantages

Intradermal (ID) Route

ID Route Examples

ID Route Disadvantages

Topical Route Definition

Topical Route Examples

Transdermal Route

Transdermal Examples

Transdermal Advantages

Transdermal Disadvantages

Enteral Route Definition

Parenteral Route Definition

Inhalational Route Definition