Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing
Care
12th Edition
• Author(s)Jacqueline Rosenjack
Burchum; Laura D. Rosenthal
,TEST BANK
Question 1 (MCQ)
Clinical Scenario
A newly licensed nurse is reviewing pharmacology terminology
before administering medications. During orientation, the
preceptor asks the nurse to distinguish between a medication's
generic name and its trade name.
Question Stem
Which statement made by the nurse demonstrates correct
understanding of basic pharmacology terminology?
Options
A. The generic name is assigned by the pharmaceutical
manufacturer for marketing purposes.
B. The trade name remains the same worldwide regardless of
manufacturer.
C. The generic name identifies the medication regardless of the
manufacturer.
D. Chemical names are routinely used when prescribing
medications in clinical practice.
,Correct Answer
C. The generic name identifies the medication regardless of
the manufacturer.
Detailed Rationale
The generic name is the universally recognized nonproprietary
name of a medication. It remains constant regardless of the
manufacturer and is commonly used in clinical practice because
it promotes consistency, reduces confusion, and supports
medication safety.
Understanding the distinction between generic and trade
names helps nurses accurately identify medications during
prescribing, dispensing, administration, and documentation.
Incorrect Option Analysis
A. Incorrect
Why Incorrect
Trade (brand) names—not generic names—are created by
manufacturers.
Common Misconception
, Students often confuse brand names with official drug names.
Medication Safety Risk
Confusing names may result in duplicate therapy if two brand
names contain the same generic medication.
Nursing Consideration
Always verify the generic medication before administration.
B. Incorrect
Why Incorrect
Different manufacturers may market the same medication
under different trade names in different countries.
Common Misconception
Many learners assume brand names are universal.
Medication Safety Risk
Medication reconciliation errors during international travel or
transfers.
Nursing Consideration
Use generic names whenever possible.
D. Incorrect
Care
12th Edition
• Author(s)Jacqueline Rosenjack
Burchum; Laura D. Rosenthal
,TEST BANK
Question 1 (MCQ)
Clinical Scenario
A newly licensed nurse is reviewing pharmacology terminology
before administering medications. During orientation, the
preceptor asks the nurse to distinguish between a medication's
generic name and its trade name.
Question Stem
Which statement made by the nurse demonstrates correct
understanding of basic pharmacology terminology?
Options
A. The generic name is assigned by the pharmaceutical
manufacturer for marketing purposes.
B. The trade name remains the same worldwide regardless of
manufacturer.
C. The generic name identifies the medication regardless of the
manufacturer.
D. Chemical names are routinely used when prescribing
medications in clinical practice.
,Correct Answer
C. The generic name identifies the medication regardless of
the manufacturer.
Detailed Rationale
The generic name is the universally recognized nonproprietary
name of a medication. It remains constant regardless of the
manufacturer and is commonly used in clinical practice because
it promotes consistency, reduces confusion, and supports
medication safety.
Understanding the distinction between generic and trade
names helps nurses accurately identify medications during
prescribing, dispensing, administration, and documentation.
Incorrect Option Analysis
A. Incorrect
Why Incorrect
Trade (brand) names—not generic names—are created by
manufacturers.
Common Misconception
, Students often confuse brand names with official drug names.
Medication Safety Risk
Confusing names may result in duplicate therapy if two brand
names contain the same generic medication.
Nursing Consideration
Always verify the generic medication before administration.
B. Incorrect
Why Incorrect
Different manufacturers may market the same medication
under different trade names in different countries.
Common Misconception
Many learners assume brand names are universal.
Medication Safety Risk
Medication reconciliation errors during international travel or
transfers.
Nursing Consideration
Use generic names whenever possible.
D. Incorrect
