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What is the purpose of administering medication via the intranasal route?
What is the purpose of administering medication via the intranasal route?
- To allow for rapid absorption through the mucosal membranes (correct)
- To minimize the risk of allergic reactions to the medication
- To ensure a higher dosage of medication reaches the bloodstream
- To provide a comfortable alternative to IV administration
Which tool is essential for administering medication via the intranasal route?
Which tool is essential for administering medication via the intranasal route?
- 3ml syringe (correct)
- IV catheter
- Surgical scalpel
- Blood pressure cuff
What is the purpose of the mucosal atomizer in intranasal medication administration?
What is the purpose of the mucosal atomizer in intranasal medication administration?
- To sterilize the medication before administration
- To convert the medication into an aerosol for easy nasal administration (correct)
- To dilute the medication with saline solution
- To measure the exact dosage of medication
How should the medication be administered to the patient via the intranasal route?
How should the medication be administered to the patient via the intranasal route?
What should be monitored following intranasal medication administration?
What should be monitored following intranasal medication administration?
Which type of medication is commonly administered via the intranasal route?
Which type of medication is commonly administered via the intranasal route?
Why is intranasal medication administration preferred when IV access is not available?
Why is intranasal medication administration preferred when IV access is not available?
What does the mucosal atomizer do to the medication for intranasal administration?
What does the mucosal atomizer do to the medication for intranasal administration?
When administering medication via the intranasal route, what should be avoided to prevent discomfort to the patient?
When administering medication via the intranasal route, what should be avoided to prevent discomfort to the patient?
What is an essential component for administering intranasal medications?
What is an essential component for administering intranasal medications?
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