Concepts of Medication Administration ATI Week 4
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Concepts of Medication Administration ATI Week 4

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Which of the following describes a medication's generic name?

  • It is the chemical name for a medication.
  • It is the same as its nonproprietary name. (correct)
  • It is the name under which a medication is marketed.
  • It is the formal name of a particular medication.
  • Which of the following clients is exhibiting medication tolerance?

  • A client who continues to take a medication despite harmful effects
  • A client who requires an increased dose of a medication to achieve continued therapeutic benefit (correct)
  • A client who exhibits signs of withdrawal when a medication is discontinued
  • A client who develops an intense craving for a medication
  • A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a medication that typically causes drowsiness. While assessing the client, the nurse notes that the medication has caused the client to become hyperactive. Which of the following terms describes the client's unexpected response to the medication?

  • Idiosyncratic effect (correct)
  • Allergic response
  • Toxic effect
  • Synergistic effect
  • Which of the following represents the correct administration of the prescribed medication?

    <p>Amoxicillin 1 g PO prescribed; two 500-mg tablets given</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nurse has a handwritten prescription that is difficult to read. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to avoid an error in medication administration?

    <p>Call the provider for clarification of the prescription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following routes of medication administration has no barriers to absorption?

    <p>Intravenous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions demonstrates correct use of one of the Ten Rights of Medication Administration?

    <p>Administering a client's medication by the route the provider has prescribed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A client drinks 8 oz of water. Which of the following is a correct conversion of the client's intake?

    <p>240 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nurse is documenting a client's response to a pain medication. Which of the following is an example of correct documentation regarding the client's response to pain?

    <p>The client reports pain decreased 30 min after medication administration to 3 on a scale of 0 to 10.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication to a client. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?

    <p>Confirm the client's identity using two methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nurse is reviewing a group of prescriptions. Which of the following should the nurse identify as an example of a complete prescription?

    <p>Digoxin 1.25 mg PO daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A nurse is preparing to administer several PO medications to a client. The client states they can only take one pill at a time. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

    <p>Remain at the bedside until the client has taken all of the medications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medication Names and Tolerance

    • Generic names are the official, non-proprietary names of medications, which are not trademarked.
    • Medication tolerance occurs when a client's response to a drug decreases over time, requiring higher doses for the same effect.

    Unexpected Medication Reactions

    • An unexpected hyperactive response to a medication typically known for causing drowsiness is termed idiosyncratic reaction, indicating a unique sensitivity to the drug.

    Medication Administration Practices

    • In cases of illegible handwritten prescriptions, the nurse should clarify the prescription with the prescriber to prevent administration errors.
    • The intravenous (IV) route of medication administration has no barriers to absorption, allowing immediate drug effects.

    Rights of Medication Administration

    • Correct administration involves adhering to the Ten Rights of Medication Administration, ensuring the right patient receives the right medication at the right dose and time, via the right route.
    • To demonstrate proper practices, a nurse should ensure the client has swallowed oral medications correctly and monitor for necessary assessments.

    Measurement and Documentation

    • A client consuming 8 oz of water translates to approximately 240 mL when converted.
    • Accurate documentation of a client's response to pain should include details such as pain scale rating, quality of pain, and any changes after medication administration.

    Client-Centered Medication Management

    • If a client expresses the need to take only one pill at a time, the nurse should administer the medications sequentially rather than all at once to accommodate the client’s request.
    • A complete prescription must include the patient’s name, medication name, dosage, route, frequency, and prescriber’s signature to ensure legality and clarity.

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    Test your knowledge about the key concepts in pharmacology, specifically the details surrounding medication generic names. This quiz assesses your understanding of medication classifications and terminology.

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