Pharmacology and Drug Classification Quiz

Pharmacology

• Pharmacology is the study of the origins, effects, and uses of drugs.

Clinical Pharmacology

• Clinical pharmacology specifically focuses on the therapeutic use of drugs, including their effects, dosage, and toxicity in humans.

Nursing Responsibilities

• Nursing responsibilities related to drugs include:
• Administering medications as prescribed
• Monitoring patients for therapeutic and adverse effects
• Educating patients about their medications
• Reporting any medication errors
• Maintaining accurate records of medication administration

Preadministration Assessment

• The goals of preadministration assessment in drug therapy include:
• Identifying potential allergic reactions
• Determining the presence of underlying medical conditions
• Evaluating the patient's medication history
• Identifying potential drug interactions
• NOT conducting a physical assessment of the patient

Rights of Drug Administration

• The rights of drug administration are:
• Right patient
• Right drug
• Right dose
• Right time
• Right route
• NOT right frequency

Patient Education

• The nurse should provide the patient with information about their medications, including:
• The purpose of the medication
• The dosage and frequency of administration
• Potential side effects and adverse reactions
• Any necessary precautions or contraindications

Dealing with Unclear Medication Orders

• If the medication order is unclear, the nurse should:
• Clarify the order with the prescriber before administering the medication

Test your knowledge of pharmacology and drug classification with this quiz. Explore the physical and chemical properties of drugs and their effects on the body.