Medication Administration Quiz for Nursing Students

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Which identifiers are acceptable when preparing medication for a client?

Client's occupation
Client's medical history
Client's name and assigned identification number (correct)
Client's favorite color

What should be done to verify the identification of a client before medication administration?

Review the client’s medical history
Check the medication expiry date
Check identification bands for name and identification number (correct)
Ask the client for their symptoms

What is the correct timing for documenting medication administration?

Once the medication is prepared
Before administering the medication
After the client reports their response
Immediately after the medication is administered (correct)

Which practice is essential for safely administering and preparing medications?

Reading medication labels and comparing them with the MAR three times (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should a provider do to respect a client's right to refuse medication?

Explain the consequences and document the refusal (D) Signup and view all the answers

What method can be used to minimize medication errors during administration?

Using a unit-dose system (C) Signup and view all the answers

How should a provider assess the appropriateness of client education regarding medication?

Determine what the client already knows and wants to know (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done upon discovering an allergic reaction in a client?

Notify the provider and document the reaction (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended time frame for administering time-critical medications?

30 minutes before or after the prescribed time (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common error when administering medications?

Administering non-time-critical medications outside their designated time frame (C), Not measuring the heart rate before giving digoxin (D) Signup and view all the answers

When should a nurse collect essential data related to medication administration?

Before, during, and after administering the medication (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using measurement devices like graduated cups or syringes in medication preparation?

To ensure accurate medication dosing (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the right evaluation process following medication administration?

Verify therapeutic effects as well as any adverse effects (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be confirmed before administering cytotoxic medications?

The presence of a second verifier or witness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle when preparing medication dosages?

Using standard measurement devices (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions can help prevent medication errors?

Double-checking calculations with another qualified nurse (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)?

To educate about safe medication practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which resource is NOT mentioned as appropriate for helping providers be knowledgeable about medications?

Personal medical histories (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of list contains abbreviations that have caused a high number of medication errors?

Error-Prone Abbreviation List (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the High-Alert Medication List identify?

Medications that can cause significant harm if administered in error (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can healthcare providers do to reduce the risk of medication errors?

Be knowledgeable about the medications administered (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization works alongside ISMP in identifying problematic medication practices?

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of resource is the Physicians’ Desk Reference considered to be?

A reference book providing drug information (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the ISMP’s identified resources for medication knowledge?

Patient self-reports (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following established medication names is recommended to be written as 'medroxyPROGESTERone'?

medroxyprogesterone (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct recommended name for 'acetohexamide'?

acetoHEXAMIDE (C), acetoHEXAMIDE (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which medication name should be emphasized as 'sulfADIAZINE'?

sulfadiazine (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which established medication name is correctly paired with its recommended form as 'vinCRIStine'?

vincristine (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis pattern for 'chlorpromazine'?

chlorproMAZINE (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which medication name is recommended to be written as 'risperiDONE'?

risperidone (C) Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct recommended form of 'nifedipine'.

NIFEdipine (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these medications should be emphasized as 'cycloSPORINE'?

cyclosporine (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medication names is meant to be written 'methylPREDNISolone'?

methylprednisolone (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct emphasized form for 'dopamine'?

DOPamine (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do if a single dose of medication requires multiple tablets?

Contact the provider for clarification (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to assess a client's use of herbal products before medication administration?

Herbal products can interact with prescription medications (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor to determine in a client's preassessment prior to medication administration?

Their ability to swallow medications (A) Signup and view all the answers

During medication administration, when should a nurse avoid taking unit-dose medications out of their wrappers?

At the time of the third check at the bedside (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action if a nurse identifies an unclear prescription?

Contact the prescribing provider for clarification (B) Signup and view all the answers

What important detail should be determined regarding food allergies during preassessment?

Identify potential reactions or interactions with medications (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the preassessment for medication administration?

Daily fluid intake (A) Signup and view all the answers

If a nurse detects an error in medication transcription, what immediate action should they take?

Implement corrective measures and report the error (D) Signup and view all the answers

Acceptable Identifiers

Client's name and assigned identification number.

Verify Client Identification

Check identification bands for name and identification number before administering medication.