This deck contains flashcards, with side2 being the question and side 1 being the answer. Topics include: Routes of medication administration Steps for oral medication administration Administering sublingual medication Giving intramuscular injections Administering subcutaneous injections How to use an inhaler Applying topical medications Administering eye drops Giving ear drops Administering rectal medications How to use a nebulizer Administering intravenous medications Giving a transdermal patch Administering nasal sprays Steps for administering a suppository Handling controlled substances What is a medication error? Proper labeling of medications How to prepare an IV infusion Administering medications through a feeding tube Steps for giving injections to infants How to calculate medication dosages Administering emergency medications Steps for reconstituting medications How to perform a medication reconciliation Monitoring for adverse drug reactions Documentation of medication administration Giving medications to patients with dysphagia Administering allergy shots What are compounded medications? Administering medications in a clinical setting Steps for administering a vaccine How to administer chemotherapy drugs Administering medications to geriatric patients Giving medications to pediatric patients How to manage polypharmacy Administering pain medications Steps for administering anticoagulants Administering psychiatric medications How to handle medication non-adherence
Routes of medication administration
Steps for oral medication administration
Administering sublingual medication
Giving intramuscular injections
Administering subcutaneous injections
How to use an inhaler
Applying topical medications
Administering eye drops
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Routes of medication administration
oral, injection, inhalation, topical, rectal, sublingual, subcutaneous, intravenous, transdermal, ocular, otic
Steps for oral medication administration
Identify patient, explain procedure, administer medication, offer water to swallow, monitor patient
Administering sublingual medication
Identify patient, explain procedure, place medication under tongue, ensure medication has dissolved
Giving intramuscular injections
Locate proper injection site, clean site, inject medication, place bandage on injection site
Administering subcutaneous injections
Pinch up subcutaneous tissue, inject medication, release tissue, place bandage on injection site
How to use an inhaler
Shake inhaler, exhale, inhale medication, hold breath, exhale slowly
Applying topical medications
Clean area, apply medication, cover with bandage if necessary
Administering eye drops
Tilt head back, pull lower eyelid down, administer drop, close eye gently
Giving ear drops
Pull earlobe down and back, administer drops, keep head tilted
Administering rectal medications
Position patient, apply lubricant to medication, insert medication, keep patient in position for few minutes
How to use a nebulizer
Assemble nebulizer, add medication, connect to oxygen, instruct patient to breathe normally through mouthpiece
Administering intravenous medications
Check patient's intravenous line, inject medication, monitor for any adverse reactions
Giving a transdermal patch
Clean area, apply patch, press down firmly, note time and date on patch
Administering nasal sprays
Shake bottle, block one nostril, insert into other nostril and spray, repeat with other nostril
Steps for administering a suppository
Lubricate suppository, insert into rectum, instruct patient to retain suppository as long as possible
Handling controlled substances
Maintain accurate count, document administration, store in locked location
What is a medication error?
A preventable event that may cause inappropriate medication use or patient harm
Proper labeling of medications
Patient's name, medication name, dosage, frequency, administration route
How to prepare an IV infusion
Select appropriate infusion solution, add medication, prime tubing, set infusion rate
Administering medications through a feeding tube
Flush tube before and after medication delivery, dissolve pill in water, administer liquid medication
Steps for giving injections to infants
Choose appropriate needle length and gauge, choose injection site, administer injection swiftly
How to calculate medication dosages
Follow doctor's order, apply dosage formula (Dose ordered/Dose on hand * Quantity), double-check calculation
Administering emergency medications
Identify medical emergency, administer medication per protocols, continue monitoring patient's vitals
Steps for reconstituting medications
Read instructions, add diluent to powder, shake until fully dissolved
How to perform a medication reconciliation
Verify patient's current medications, compare with new orders, resolve any discrepancies
Monitoring for adverse drug reactions
Observe patient, ask about any new symptoms, report any suspected adverse reaction
Documentation of medication administration
Note medication name, dosage, route, time, any side effects
Giving medications to patients with dysphagia
Crush pill or use liquid form, tuck chin, swallow pill with thick liquid
Administering allergy shots
Identify patient, choose injection site, administer injection, monitor for any adverse reactions
What are compounded medications?
Medications specially prepared for individual patient's needs
Administering medications in a clinical setting
Verify patient identity, explain medication, administer, document administration
Steps for administering a vaccine
Ensure vaccine is stored properly, prepare syringe, administer vaccine, monitor for adverse reactions
How to administer chemotherapy drugs
Wear protective gear, prepare medication, administer, monitor patient
Administering medications to geriatric patients
Consider physical challenges, explain medication, administer slowly, monitor patient
Giving medications to pediatric patients
Administer using correct dosage, use age-appropriate methods, monitor child
How to manage polypharmacy
Review all medications regularly, eliminate unnecessary meds, consider drug interactions
Administering pain medications
Assess pain level, administer medication, reassess pain level
Steps for administering anticoagulants
Check for bleeding risks, administer medication, monitor clotting times
Administering psychiatric medications
Monitor mental status, administer medication, monitor for side effects
How to handle medication non-adherence
Discuss importance of medication, address any side effects, remind of benefits of the medication
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