NSG 521- EXAM 1 PREP
What are the different medication rights? - ANSWERS-When
Preparing to Give Medication:
-Right Drug: Verify if the drug is appropriate based on the patient's
symptoms, diagnosis, and history. Ensure proper labeling and check
for allergies.
-Right Reason: Confirm the medication is appropriate for the patient's
condition and ensure accurate dosage.
-Right Dose, Route, and Preparation: Make sure the dose and route of
administration are correct and follow institutional protocols for
preparation.
Immediately Before Administering the Medication:
-Right Patient: Identify the patient using at least two identifiers.
-Right Time: Confirm the timing is correct for administration.
-Right Route: Verify the correct method of delivery (oral, injection,
etc.).
-Right Assessment Data: Gather relevant data to ensure the
medication is appropriate.
-Right Education: Ensure the patient understands the medication's
purpose, dosage, and potential side effects.
-Right to Refuse: Respect the patient's right to refuse and document
any refusal.
After the Medication has been Administered:
-Right Documentation: Document administration according to facility
policies.
, -Right Response: Monitor the patient's reaction to the medication,
assess for side effects, and adjust care as needed.
What is the respiratory assessment order? - ANSWERS-I-Inspect
P-Palpate
P-Percuss
A-Auscultate
What is the GI assessment order? - ANSWERS-I-Inspect
A-Auscultate
P-Percuss
P-Palpate
What order is the NG Tube is implemented:
Perform hand hygieneElevate patient, HOB 30-45 degreesConfirm
first method utilized of placement check (length of tube vs
documented)Identify the patientCheck pH of contents, color and
consistencyPut on glovesReplace aspirated contents after checking for
gastric residual - ANSWERS-1. Perform Hand Hygiene
2. Put on gloves
3. Identify the patient
4. Elevate the patient, HOB 30-45 degrees
5. Confirm first method of placement check (length of tube vs
documented tube length)
6. Check the pH of the contents, check for color and consistency
What are the different medication rights? - ANSWERS-When
Preparing to Give Medication:
-Right Drug: Verify if the drug is appropriate based on the patient's
symptoms, diagnosis, and history. Ensure proper labeling and check
for allergies.
-Right Reason: Confirm the medication is appropriate for the patient's
condition and ensure accurate dosage.
-Right Dose, Route, and Preparation: Make sure the dose and route of
administration are correct and follow institutional protocols for
preparation.
Immediately Before Administering the Medication:
-Right Patient: Identify the patient using at least two identifiers.
-Right Time: Confirm the timing is correct for administration.
-Right Route: Verify the correct method of delivery (oral, injection,
etc.).
-Right Assessment Data: Gather relevant data to ensure the
medication is appropriate.
-Right Education: Ensure the patient understands the medication's
purpose, dosage, and potential side effects.
-Right to Refuse: Respect the patient's right to refuse and document
any refusal.
After the Medication has been Administered:
-Right Documentation: Document administration according to facility
policies.
, -Right Response: Monitor the patient's reaction to the medication,
assess for side effects, and adjust care as needed.
What is the respiratory assessment order? - ANSWERS-I-Inspect
P-Palpate
P-Percuss
A-Auscultate
What is the GI assessment order? - ANSWERS-I-Inspect
A-Auscultate
P-Percuss
P-Palpate
What order is the NG Tube is implemented:
Perform hand hygieneElevate patient, HOB 30-45 degreesConfirm
first method utilized of placement check (length of tube vs
documented)Identify the patientCheck pH of contents, color and
consistencyPut on glovesReplace aspirated contents after checking for
gastric residual - ANSWERS-1. Perform Hand Hygiene
2. Put on gloves
3. Identify the patient
4. Elevate the patient, HOB 30-45 degrees
5. Confirm first method of placement check (length of tube vs
documented tube length)
6. Check the pH of the contents, check for color and consistency
