Chapter 02: Safely Preparing and Giving Drugs Workman & LaCharity: Understanding Pharmacology: Essentials for Medication Safety, 2nd Edition

Chapter 02: Safely Preparing and Giving Drugs Workman & LaCharity: Understanding Pharmacology: Essentials for Medication Safety, 2nd Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE BASIC CONCEPTS 1. How soon should a drug ordered as “STAT” be administered? a. Immediately b. With the next meal c. At the same time every day d. Only when the stomach is completely empty ANS: A A STAT order is written by a prescriber for a drug to be administered once and immediately. DIF: Cognitive Level: Remembering REF: p. 29 2. When do most drug errors occur in a hospital setting? a. When a patient is in the emergency department b. When a patient is scheduled for a procedure c. When drugs are being administered to patients d. When two patients have the same last name ANS: C Most drug errors are made while giving drugs. Common errors include giving the wrong drug or giving the wrong dose. Follow the “eight rights” to prevent drug errors. DIF: Cognitive Level: Remembering REF: p. 30 3. Which type of drug must always be swallowed without chewing? a. Liquid drugs b. Time-release drugs c. Drugs that taste bad d. Drugs that act on the intestinal tract ANS: B Some pills and capsules are prepared for slow absorption. These drugs are often labeled enteric-coated, time release, or slow release. If chewed, crushed, or opened, these drugs may be absorbed too rapidly. This can irritate the g