Week 3 - Pharmacology Injection Techniques

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Which of the following is a classification based on source for Penicillin?

Official name

Proprietary name

Synthetic source

Natural source (correct)

What is the recommended classification for Diazepam based on its target organ?

Respiratory system

Gastrointestinal system

Central Nervous System (correct)

Reproductive system

Which of the following is NOT a natural source of drug classification?

Procaine (correct)

Morphine

Atropine

Penicillin

In which classification does drug acting on the Cardiovascular system fall?

Based on target organ Signup and view all the answers

Which classification does Amoxicillin fall under?

Non-synthetic source Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of drug nomenclature?

To provide several names that can identify a drug Signup and view all the answers

What type of drug is Omeprazole classified as based on its target organ?

GIT drug Signup and view all the answers

What defines a non-proprietary name of a drug?

It is concise, meaningful, and not subject to proprietary rights Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is specifically classified as an inhibitor of bacterial wall synthesis?

Penicillin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a drug that acts on the urinary system?

Furosemide Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly categorizes an approved name?

It is granted by organizations like the USAN after drug introduction Signup and view all the answers

Which drug classification category does 'Morphine' belong to?

Alkaloids Signup and view all the answers

What is described as an unexpected adverse effect of a drug?

Effects that are fatal to the client Signup and view all the answers

What is the angle of administration for a subcutaneous injection?

45 degrees Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a route of drug administration?

Inhalation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about medication management?

Medication management requires collaborative efforts from various healthcare providers. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a proprietary name for a drug?

Panadol Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do if blood backflows during an injection?

Remove the needle and prepare another injection. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes inorganic drugs?

They contain metals, their salts, and non-metals Signup and view all the answers

What is the desired effect intended for a medication called?

Therapeutic effect Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a route for administration mentioned for injectable medications?

Transdermal Signup and view all the answers

What angle should be used for intradermal injections?

15 degrees Signup and view all the answers

Which medication administration route is associated with vaporization or nebulization?

Inhalation Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical side effect that should be monitored when taking medication?

Unintended effects occurring after taking medication Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medication order requires immediate administration due to urgency?

STAT order Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'pharmacotherapeutic' refer to?

The clinical purpose of giving a drug Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a PRN order for pain management?

Acetaminophen 500 mg PO every 4-6 hrs as needed for pain Signup and view all the answers

What is a standing order also known as?

Order set or protocol Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'pharmacokinetic' describe?

What the body does to the drug Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would a nurse be able to write a prescription?

When requested to do so by a doctor Signup and view all the answers

Which medication preparation is an example of a STAT order?

Benadryl 50 mg PO stat for allergic reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of pharmacotherapeutics?

To cure, alleviate, or prevent complications Signup and view all the answers

What phase describes the movement of a drug from the administration site into the bloodstream?

Absorption Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily responsible for converting a drug into its metabolites within the body?

Metabolism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not typically included in a prescription?

Patient's favorite color Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pharmacodynamics, what aspect is essential to understand regarding medication?

Which medications can be crushed and which cannot Signup and view all the answers

Why is the weight of the patient important in a prescription?

It facilitates accurate dosage calculations. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phases refers to the removal of a drug or its metabolites from the body?

Excretion Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'pharmacodynamics' primarily focus on?

What a drug does to the body Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does the drug reach specific cells in the body?

Distribution Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Parenteral Medication Administration

Parenteral medication involves injections to treat or prevent health alterations.
Types of injections:
- Subcutaneous (Subq) at 45 degrees
- Intramuscular (IM) at 90 degrees
- Intravenous (IV) at 15-20 degrees
- Intradermal (ID) at a 15-degree angle (bevel up to form a wheal)
- Local injections

Medication Management

Collaborative effort by multiple healthcare providers is essential in medication management.
Pharmacists are licensed to prepare and dispense medications post-prescription.
Nurses administer medications and must aspirate; if blood is returned, discard and prepare a new dose.

Types of Medication Action

Therapeutic Effect: The intended effect of the medication, e.g., pain relief.
Side Effects: Unintended effects that need monitoring post-administration.
Adverse Effects: Severe, potentially fatal effects of medications.

Routes of Drug Administration

Enteral Routes:
- Oral
- Buccal
- Sublingual
- Rectal
- Ocular

Drug Nomenclature and Classification

Drugs can have three different names:
- Chemical Name: Exact atomic arrangement (e.g., N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide for Paracetamol).
- Non-proprietary Name: Approved name (e.g., Acetaminophen).
- Proprietary Name: Brand names used by pharmaceutical firms (e.g., Panadol).

Drug Classification

Based on Chemical Nature:
- Inorganic Drugs: Metals/salts (e.g., Ferrous and Magnesium Sulfate).
- Organic Drugs: Alkaloids (e.g., Morphine), Glycosides (e.g., Digitoxin), Proteins (e.g., Insulin).
Based on Source:
- Natural Sources: Derived from plants (e.g., Morphine) and microorganisms (e.g., Penicillin).
- Synthetic and Bio-synthetic Sources: Created chemically or engineered (e.g., Recombinant human erythropoietin).
Based on Target Organ:
- CNS Acting Drugs: Diazepam, Phenobarbital.
- Respiratory System: Bromhexine.
- Cardiovascular System: Digoxin.

Types of Medication Orders

Standing Order: Continuous, standardized prescriptions.
STAT Order: Urgent, one-time order (e.g., “Benadryl 50 mg PO stat”).

Prescription/Doctor's Order

Written direction necessary for drug preparation and administration.
Must include essential information: patient details, drug name, dosage, frequency, prescriber’s details, and specific instructions.

Pharmacokinetics

Refers to how the body affects a drug; includes four phases:
- Absorption: Movement from administration site to bloodstream.
- Distribution: Movement through the bloodstream to cells.
- Metabolism: Transformation into metabolites.
- Excretion: Removal of drugs/metabolites from the body.

Pharmacodynamics

Studies the biochemical effects of drugs on the body.
Important to know which medications can be crushed prior to administration.

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This quiz focuses on the pharmacology of parental medication, specifically various injection techniques including subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous, and intradermal methods. Explore the prescribed substances and their applications in client treatment. Test your knowledge on proper angles and techniques for effective medication delivery.