Routes of Drug Administration Quiz
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What is the most common and easiest route to administer drugs?

  • Intramuscular injection
  • Intravenous injection
  • Inhalation route
  • Oral administration (correct)

Which route of drug administration is suitable for unconscious patients?

  • Oral administration
  • Intramuscular injection
  • Intravenous injection (correct)
  • Subcutaneous injection

Which injection route is used for non-irritating drugs but is also painful?

  • Subcutaneous injection
  • Intradermal injection
  • Intra-articular injection
  • Intramuscular injection (correct)

What is the main disadvantage of the intravenous (i.v) injection route?

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Which route of drug administration has both systemic and local effects, such as anesthetics and bronchodilators?

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Flashcards

Oral drug administration

Taking drugs through the mouth

IV injection

Drug administration directly into a vein

Unconscious patient drug route

Intravenous injection is ideal for unconscious patients.

Intramuscular injection

Drug administration into a muscle.

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IV injection disadvantage

Requires sterile technique and trained personnel.

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Inhalation route

Drug administration through the lungs.

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Drug administration for unconscious

Intravenous injection is a common method for unconscious patients.

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Local effects of inhalation

Drugs can impact respiratory system.

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Painful injection route

Intramuscular injection, due to muscle tissue.

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Main oral drug route

Swallowing pills, liquids, or other forms.

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Study Notes

Routes of Drug Administration

  • The most common and easiest route to administer drugs is the oral route.

Injection Routes

  • The intravenous (i.v) route is suitable for unconscious patients.
  • The subcutaneous route is used for non-irritating drugs but is also painful.
  • The main disadvantage of the intravenous (i.v) injection route is that it can cause phlebitis, infection, and embolism.

Local and Systemic Effects

  • The topical route of drug administration has both systemic and local effects, such as anesthetics and bronchodilators.

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Test your knowledge of different routes of drug administration, including oral and injection methods. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each method and their suitability for different patient conditions.

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