Nursing 220 Final Exam Review with Questions and Answers

Nursing 220 Final Exam Review with Questions and Answers the nurse is teaching a patient about how to take a sublingual nitroglycerin tablet. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of teaching? ANSWER "I will put the nitroglycerin tablet under my tongue" The nurse is caring for a critically ill patient. What are the contraindications for administering medications by the oral route for this patient? ANSWER Vomiting Unconsciousness The nurse is about to administer a new medication to a patient. Which action best demonstrates awareness of safe, proficient nursing practice? ANSWER Identify the patient by comparing her name and birthdate to the medication administration record (MAR). A patient has been using herbal medication as part of her daily routine. Which actions should the nurse take? ANSWER Document herbs as part of the medication history Inform the health care provider of her findings Identify possible adverse effects of the herbal medication The health care provider prescribes a medication that is administered transdermally. The nurse understands what feature of the transdermal route? ANSWER It is absorbed through the skin The nurse is caring for a patient who is unable to hold a cup or spoon. How should the nurse administer oral medications to the patient? ANSWER Use a small paper cup to put the pills into the patients mouth