16 Questions
What is the process by which a drug moves through the body and is eventually eliminated?
Excretion
Which type of adverse drug reaction does not occur in most patients treated with a drug and does not involve the therapeutic effect of the drug?
Idiosyncratic effect
Which type of medication order is carried out until cancelled by another order?
Standing order (routine order)
What type of oral medication administration involves placing the drug under the tongue?
Sublingual administration: placing drug under tongue
Where does an intradermal injection typically target?
Corium (under epidermis)
What is the recommended angle of insertion for an intramuscular injection at the ventrogluteal site?
90 degrees
How should ampules be prepared for injection?
Clean neck with alcohol pad and break with 4x4 wrapped around neck breaking away from your body
What is the correct sequence for mixing insulin in one syringe?
Clear, cloudy, clear, cloudy
How should eye ointment be applied?
From inner to outer eye
What should be done before administering nasal instillations?
Wipe the top of the applicator with an alcohol pad
How should vaginal applications be administered?
Insert the applicator and push the plunger to administer the medication into the vaginal canal
What is important to remember when advising patients about medication duration?
Continue medication even after feeling better before prescribed duration
What is the purpose of cautioning patients not to alter dosages without consulting a physician?
Altering dosages can lead to unintended side effects or reduced effectiveness
What is the recommendation for patients in regard to sharing medications?
Patients should not share medications with anyone as they were prescribed only for them
What is the recommended position for patients during rectal instillations?
Laying on the opposite side of the medicated area
How should rectal suppositories or enemas be handled before administration?
Lubricate either enema or suppository before administration
Test your knowledge of medications with a focus on pharmacokinetics, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion, as well as adverse drug reactions such as adverse effects, allergic effects, drug tolerance, toxic effects, and idiosyncratic effects.
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