NRSG 201 Week 4 Questions with Verified
Correct Answers
eye medication forms
ointment or drops
if patient blinks of you miss the target..
readminister eye drops
how far is the eye dropper help from the eye
1-2cm
where is eye drop target
conjuntivial sac
where is eye ointment administered
inner edge of lower lid
types of ear medications
drops
how far is ear dropper held from the ear
held 1cm above ear canal
how should you help open the ear canal to administer eye meds
pull on lobe
types of nasal meds
spray and drops
, how should a nasal spray be held
flat (do not angle)
What is the sublingual route?
placing it under the tongue.
How long should a sublingual medication be left under the tongue?
1-2 minutes until it dissolves.
What is a benefit of the sublingual route?
Faster absorption leading to quicker onset of action.
What does the sublingual route bypass?
Stomach and liver enzymes (first pass effect).
What should you ensure when administering a sublingual medication?
The patient does not swallow the tablet or solution.
Where are buccal medications placed?
between the cheek and gums
What is the advantage of buccal medications?
rapid absorption through mucous membranes
What should you do with an old patch before applying a new topical medication?
Ensure the old patch is removed and disposed of appropriately
what needs to be done in removal of old patch if it a controlled substance
co-sign
Correct Answers
eye medication forms
ointment or drops
if patient blinks of you miss the target..
readminister eye drops
how far is the eye dropper help from the eye
1-2cm
where is eye drop target
conjuntivial sac
where is eye ointment administered
inner edge of lower lid
types of ear medications
drops
how far is ear dropper held from the ear
held 1cm above ear canal
how should you help open the ear canal to administer eye meds
pull on lobe
types of nasal meds
spray and drops
, how should a nasal spray be held
flat (do not angle)
What is the sublingual route?
placing it under the tongue.
How long should a sublingual medication be left under the tongue?
1-2 minutes until it dissolves.
What is a benefit of the sublingual route?
Faster absorption leading to quicker onset of action.
What does the sublingual route bypass?
Stomach and liver enzymes (first pass effect).
What should you ensure when administering a sublingual medication?
The patient does not swallow the tablet or solution.
Where are buccal medications placed?
between the cheek and gums
What is the advantage of buccal medications?
rapid absorption through mucous membranes
What should you do with an old patch before applying a new topical medication?
Ensure the old patch is removed and disposed of appropriately
what needs to be done in removal of old patch if it a controlled substance
co-sign
