Comprehensive
Pharmacology and
Medication Administration
Guide for Nursing Students
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What are the phases of pharmacokinetics?
Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
What are the six rights of proper medication
administration?
Right patient, right medication, right dose, right route,
right time, right documentation.
What is the nurse's role in medication administration?
Nurses are accountable for their practice and are the
last line of defense for clients.
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What should a nurse do before administering
medication?
Acquire knowledge about the client and the
medication, including safe dose ranges and expected
effects.
What is the difference between chemical names,
generic names, and trade names?
Chemical names describe molecular structure, generic
names are official names given by the US Adopted
Names council, and trade names are given by the
pharmaceutical company.
What is the purpose of 'Tall Man' lettering?
To help avoid errors by distinguishing look-alike
medication names.
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