Pharmacology Quiz

A tablet placed between the cheek and gum for absorption.

A medication in a soft or hard gelatin shell.

Tablets designed for easy splitting into halves or quarters.

Amount of medication in a specific volume of liquid medication.

Drug delivery method by injection into tissues or bloodstream; not oral.

Direct administration of medication into a vein.

Injection of medication into muscle tissue.

Injection of medication beneath the skin.

Injection of medication into the dermis (skin layer).

Reasons for using injection over oral intake; speed, unconsciousness, absorption issues.

Syringes come in various sizes and calibrations; always use the correct size for accuracy.

30-and 50-unit insulin syringe.

Single use containers; not for multiple patients.

Not 3 mL capacity.

Cannot measure volumes larger than their capacity.

0.2 mL calibration markings

Can hold up to 1 mL (100 units).

The terms used to describe older adults, focusing on the age range and specific groups within the population.

A Canadian government program providing financial support to seniors, starting at age 65.

A government program providing monthly payments to Canadians who have contributed to the plan and reached retirement age.

Categorization of older adults aged 65-74.

Categorization of older adults aged 74-84.

Categorization of older adults aged 85 and above.

Older adults who are 100 years old or older.

The average number of years a person is expected to live in Canada.

Females in Canada have a longer life expectancy (83.9 years) than males (79.8 years).

Life expectancy varies across Canada, with higher rates in British Columbia and lower rates in some territories.

Inuit and First Nations populations face lower life expectancies in Canada.

A specialized area of nursing focusing on the care of older adults.

Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) contribute to the comprehensive care, assessment, and support of older adults.

Building trust and rapport with older adults is essential for effective nursing care.

Adjusting communication methods to meet the needs of older adults, including those with sensory impairments or cognitive decline.

Explanations of aging processes focusing on changes at the cellular level, DNA, and body systems.

Theories based on the idea that aging is due to random damage and errors accumulating over time.

Theories proposing that aging is predetermined and programmed into our genes.

The body wears down over time due to constant use and environmental stress.

Harmful cross-links form between proteins, causing tissue stiffness and aging.

Free radicals damage cells, leading to aging.

The body is genetically programmed to age and die.

The aging process involves changes in the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems.

The natural changes that occur in the body systems with age.

Stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination against people based on their age.

A condescending way of speaking to older adults, using simplified language and patronizing tones.

Effective and sensitive communication with older adults, considering their needs and preferences.

Conditions affecting the senses, such as hearing loss or vision problems, impacting communication.

Difficulty hearing, caused by damage to the inner ear or neural pathways.

Difficulty seeing, caused by conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration, or glaucoma.

Conditions affecting the brain and nervous system, impacting communication and cognitive function.

Language disorder affecting the ability to speak, understand, read, or write.

Speech disorder caused by muscle weakness or poor coordination, impacting articulation.

A decline in cognitive abilities, such as memory, thinking, and judgment.

Engaging in activities that recall past experiences and memories.