18 Questions
What should a nurse do before giving blood pressure medications?
Verify the systolic blood pressure is at least 100
Which of the following is an example of objective data?
Patient's weight
What is the correct order of the nursing process using the acronym ADPIE?
Assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation
If an order for medication is unclear, what should a nurse do?
Call the provider to clarify the order
What distinguishes adverse effects from side effects?
Predictability in relation to medication use
When administering antibiotics, what action should be taken if a patient reports an allergy?
Hold the medication and inform the healthcare provider
What should be ensured before giving a medication orally (PO)?
Assess that the PT can swallow safely
In case of a spilled narcotic medication, what is the appropriate action according to the guidelines provided?
Get another nurse to witness and document the spill
What is the recommended route for administering an EpiPen to a 6-month-old?
Intramuscular in the thigh
Which of the following is a common side effect of penicillin?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, abdominal pain, and urticaria
Why should patients taking tetracycline avoid sun exposure?
Tetracycline can cause photosensitivity, making the skin more susceptible to sunburn.
What is the primary mechanism of action for thiazide diuretics in reducing blood pressure?
They increase fluid loss to urine, leading to decreased extracellular fluid and plasma volume, which reduces venous return and cardiac output.
What is the recommended timing for taking antacids in relation to meals?
Antacids should be taken 1 hour before or after meals.
What is the recommended action for preventing constipation?
Increase fluid intake, consume more fiber, and exercise regularly.
When is the optimal time to take Synthroid (levothyroxine)?
3 hours before or after a meal
What is the purpose of administering naloxone?
To treat an overdose of opioids
What is the recommended action for patients taking fluoroquinolone antibiotics?
All of the above
What is the nursing action for patients taking loop diuretics like Lasix?
All of the above
Test your knowledge on nursing medication administration including assessing blood pressure before giving meds, understanding objective data, following the nursing process (ADPIE), handling unclear orders, differentiating between adverse effects and side effects, managing antibiotics and narcotics, and assessing patients' ability to swallow medications orally.
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