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Which of the following is an example of a rules-based medication error?
Which of the following is an example of a rules-based medication error?
- The EMT administers a drug that is not approved by the medical director. (correct)
- The EMT fails to document the medication given.
- The EMT administers oxygen without an order.
- The EMT gives a lower dosage than prescribed.
How is nitroglycerin usually given by the EMT?
How is nitroglycerin usually given by the EMT?
Sublingually
Which of the following is an example of a generic drug?
Which of the following is an example of a generic drug?
- Tylenol
- Advil
- Allegra
- Aspirin (correct)
The term 'pharmacology' is MOST accurately defined as?
The term 'pharmacology' is MOST accurately defined as?
What should you do if you cannot contact medical control for a patient experiencing an allergic reaction?
What should you do if you cannot contact medical control for a patient experiencing an allergic reaction?
How does nitroglycerin relieve angina?
How does nitroglycerin relieve angina?
Parenteral medications are absorbed more quickly than enteral medications.
Parenteral medications are absorbed more quickly than enteral medications.
Which clinical sign would necessitate the administration of naloxone (Narcan)?
Which clinical sign would necessitate the administration of naloxone (Narcan)?
What should you do if you are not able to make contact with medical control for a patient with a hornet sting?
What should you do if you are not able to make contact with medical control for a patient with a hornet sting?
An EMT may administer aspirin to a patient if authorization from medical control has been obtained.
An EMT may administer aspirin to a patient if authorization from medical control has been obtained.
After assisting a patient with her prescribed MDI for asthma, what should you do?
After assisting a patient with her prescribed MDI for asthma, what should you do?
Which medication route delivers a drug through the skin over an extended period of time?
Which medication route delivers a drug through the skin over an extended period of time?
What ensures the form the manufacturer chooses for a medication?
What ensures the form the manufacturer chooses for a medication?
The process of binding or sticking to a surface is called?
The process of binding or sticking to a surface is called?
Why is aspirin beneficial to patients suspected of having a heart attack?
Why is aspirin beneficial to patients suspected of having a heart attack?
Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin are trade names for which generic medication?
Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin are trade names for which generic medication?
What medication form does oral glucose come in?
What medication form does oral glucose come in?
The medications atorvastatin and amlodipine suggest a history of?
The medications atorvastatin and amlodipine suggest a history of?
What should you recall when treating geriatric patients taking nitroglycerin?
What should you recall when treating geriatric patients taking nitroglycerin?
Glucose is a simple sugar that is readily absorbed by the bloodstream.
Glucose is a simple sugar that is readily absorbed by the bloodstream.
What should you do after administering supplemental oxygen to a patient with crushing chest pain and prescribed nitroglycerin?
What should you do after administering supplemental oxygen to a patient with crushing chest pain and prescribed nitroglycerin?
Naloxone administration could cause seizures in a known heroin abuser.
Naloxone administration could cause seizures in a known heroin abuser.
What should you do if a female patient begins complaining of dizziness after nitroglycerin administration?
What should you do if a female patient begins complaining of dizziness after nitroglycerin administration?
Epinephrine decreases heart rate and blood pressure.
Epinephrine decreases heart rate and blood pressure.
Activated charcoal is an example of a(n)?
Activated charcoal is an example of a(n)?
Epinephrine acts as a specific antidote to?
Epinephrine acts as a specific antidote to?
The amount of medication that is given is known as the _________.
The amount of medication that is given is known as the _________.
A mucosal atomizer device (MAD) is used to deliver certain medications via the?
A mucosal atomizer device (MAD) is used to deliver certain medications via the?
Medications encased in a gelatin shell that are taken by mouth are called?
Medications encased in a gelatin shell that are taken by mouth are called?
Which medication route would be the MOST appropriate for an unresponsive patient when intravenous access cannot be obtained?
Which medication route would be the MOST appropriate for an unresponsive patient when intravenous access cannot be obtained?
In ___________ administration, you are administering medication to yourself or your partner.
In ___________ administration, you are administering medication to yourself or your partner.
Which patient populations typically require a modified drug dose?
Which patient populations typically require a modified drug dose?
The medical term for an extremely low blood glucose level is?
The medical term for an extremely low blood glucose level is?
What is the route of administration for the EpiPen auto-injector?
What is the route of administration for the EpiPen auto-injector?
What should you expect a paramedic to do during a cardiac arrest resuscitation?
What should you expect a paramedic to do during a cardiac arrest resuscitation?
How is oral glucose administered?
How is oral glucose administered?
What does the presence of Alupent suggest about a patient?
What does the presence of Alupent suggest about a patient?
The epinephrine auto-injector delivers a preset amount of the drug.
The epinephrine auto-injector delivers a preset amount of the drug.
Drowsiness and a dry mouth after diphenhydramine administration are examples of a(n)?
Drowsiness and a dry mouth after diphenhydramine administration are examples of a(n)?
What does nitroglycerin do when administered to patients with cardiac-related chest pain?
What does nitroglycerin do when administered to patients with cardiac-related chest pain?
The proper dose of a medication depends on all of the following, EXCEPT?
The proper dose of a medication depends on all of the following, EXCEPT?
What is required for an EMT to administer a drug to a patient?
What is required for an EMT to administer a drug to a patient?
Study Notes
Medication Errors and Administration
- Rules-based medication error: administering a drug not approved by the medical director.
- Nitroglycerin is typically administered sublingually.
- Aspirin is an example of a generic drug.
- Pharmacology: study of drugs and their actions on the body.
Emergency Response and Medication Use
- For severe allergic reactions, administer epinephrine, transport to the hospital, and attempt to contact medical control while en route.
- Nitroglycerin alleviates angina by dilating arteries, improving oxygen supply to the heart.
- Parenteral medications are absorbed faster than enteral medications.
- Slow respirations indicate the need for naloxone (Narcan) administration.
Patient Assessment and Monitoring
- In a case of a hornet sting with no wheezing or respiratory distress, transport the patient while monitoring her condition if unable to contact medical control.
- Aspirin can be administered only with medical control authorization.
- After assisting with a prescribed metered-dose inhaler (MDI) during an asthma attack, reassess the patient and document their response.
Dosage and Medication Forms
- Transcutaneous medication systems deliver drugs through the skin over time, using patches.
- The medication form chosen by the manufacturer ensures its efficacy.
- Adsorption refers to binding or sticking to a surface.
- Aspirin prevents platelet aggregation, beneficial for suspected heart attack patients.
Trade Names and Conditions
- Advil, Nuprin, and Motrin are trade names for ibuprofen.
- Oral glucose is typically delivered in gel form.
- A history of cardiovascular disease may be indicated by the use of atorvastatin and amlodipine.
- Geriatric patients may require modifications in drug dosage due to slower absorption times.
Knowledge of Glucose and Administration Routes
- Glucose is a simple sugar that absorbs readily into the bloodstream.
- Assist patients with nitroglycerin unless systolic blood pressure drops below 100 mm Hg.
- Naloxone can induce seizures in known heroin abusers.
- Dizziness after nitroglycerin administration may require the patient to be placed supine.
Characteristics and Forms of Medications
- Epinephrine increases heart rate and blood pressure, not decreases them.
- Activated charcoal is a suspension used to treat certain poisoning cases.
- Epinephrine acts as an antidote to histamine.
- The amount of medication given is referred to as the dose.
Routes and Special Considerations
- A mucosal atomizer device (MAD) is used for intranasal medication delivery.
- Liquid medications encased in gelatin shells are called capsules.
- Intraosseous administration is appropriate for unresponsive patients when IV access is difficult.
- Peer-assisted administration refers to giving medication to oneself or a partner.
- Pediatric patients often require modified drug dosages due to different physiological responses.
Common Conditions and Side Effects
- Hypoglycemia denotes an extremely low blood glucose level.
- The EpiPen auto-injector delivers medication intramuscularly.
- Paramedics should expect to administer drugs via IV for rapid effectiveness during resuscitation.
- Oral glucose can be administered by placing it between the patient's cheek and gum.
- The presence of Alupent suggests a patient history of asthma.
- The epinephrine auto-injector provides a preset dose.
- Side effects from medications like diphenhydramine (Benadryl) include drowsiness and dry mouth.
- Nitroglycerin relaxes coronary artery walls in patients with cardiac-related chest pain.
Approval and Legal Considerations
- Proper medication dosing does not include generic substitutions as a factor.
- EMTs must obtain medical direction approval to administer drugs to patients.
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Dive into the principles of pharmacology with these flashcards from Chapter 11. Test your knowledge on medication errors, drug administration, and drug classifications. Perfect for EMTs and students in the medical field!
