PHARMACOLOGY CONNECTIONS TO
NURSING PRACTICE 5TH EDITION
MICHAEL ADAMS CAROL URBAN
RATIONALS INCLUDED STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS 2026
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ Why is proper delivery of medication not sufficient in nursing?
Answer: Proper delivery is only the beginning of a nurse's responsibility;
nurses must also ensure therapeutic outcomes and minimize harm.
⩥ What is the nurse's role in medication administration? Answer: The
nurse acts as the last line of defense for the patient and must not
administer harmful drugs, even if prescribed.
⩥ What is included in the pre-administration assessment? Answer:
Collecting baseline data, identifying high-risk patients, and using tools
like patient history, physical examination, and laboratory results.
⩥ What factors can identify high-risk patients? Answer: Liver and
kidney impairment, genetic factors, drug allergies, pregnancy, and age
(older adult or pediatric).
, ⩥ How can dosage and administration vary? Answer: Dosage may differ
based on the indication for use and the route of administration.
⩥ What should a nurse verify before administering medication? Answer:
Verify the medication order, patient identity, medication label, dosage
calculations, and any special handling requirements.
⩥ What is essential for evaluating therapeutic effects of medication?
Answer: Knowing the rationale for treatment and the nature and time
course of the intended response.
⩥ What is patient adherence in medication therapy? Answer: The extent
to which a patient's behavior coincides with medical advice.
⩥ What are some nondrug measures to enhance therapeutic responses?
Answer: Biofeedback, emotional support, smoking cessation, sodium
restriction, etc.
⩥ What should a nurse know about adverse effects of drugs? Answer:
Major adverse effects, when reactions are likely to occur, early signs of
adverse reactions, and interventions to minimize harm.
⩥ What does PRN stand for in medication administration? Answer: PRN
stands for 'pro re nata,' meaning 'as needed.'
NURSING PRACTICE 5TH EDITION
MICHAEL ADAMS CAROL URBAN
RATIONALS INCLUDED STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS 2026
CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ Why is proper delivery of medication not sufficient in nursing?
Answer: Proper delivery is only the beginning of a nurse's responsibility;
nurses must also ensure therapeutic outcomes and minimize harm.
⩥ What is the nurse's role in medication administration? Answer: The
nurse acts as the last line of defense for the patient and must not
administer harmful drugs, even if prescribed.
⩥ What is included in the pre-administration assessment? Answer:
Collecting baseline data, identifying high-risk patients, and using tools
like patient history, physical examination, and laboratory results.
⩥ What factors can identify high-risk patients? Answer: Liver and
kidney impairment, genetic factors, drug allergies, pregnancy, and age
(older adult or pediatric).
, ⩥ How can dosage and administration vary? Answer: Dosage may differ
based on the indication for use and the route of administration.
⩥ What should a nurse verify before administering medication? Answer:
Verify the medication order, patient identity, medication label, dosage
calculations, and any special handling requirements.
⩥ What is essential for evaluating therapeutic effects of medication?
Answer: Knowing the rationale for treatment and the nature and time
course of the intended response.
⩥ What is patient adherence in medication therapy? Answer: The extent
to which a patient's behavior coincides with medical advice.
⩥ What are some nondrug measures to enhance therapeutic responses?
Answer: Biofeedback, emotional support, smoking cessation, sodium
restriction, etc.
⩥ What should a nurse know about adverse effects of drugs? Answer:
Major adverse effects, when reactions are likely to occur, early signs of
adverse reactions, and interventions to minimize harm.
⩥ What does PRN stand for in medication administration? Answer: PRN
stands for 'pro re nata,' meaning 'as needed.'
