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How often does the FDA update and disseminate the Approved Drug List (ADL) to hospitals and
related industries. - Correct Answers-Annually
What is a disadvantage to IV medications? - Correct Answers-quick onset also means adverse
effects will occur rapidly.
What is the MAR used for? - Correct Answers-Track the schedule of taking each medication
Document new orders that have been given
Show medications that have been discontinued
What are the 6 rights? - Correct Answers-Right: Medication, dose, patient, route, time,
documentation
What must be documented when a medication has been administered? - Correct Answers-
Name of medication
Dose
Route
Exact time of administration
Signature/initials of administering individual
Site of any injections per local protocol
, How must eye medication be kept? - Correct Answers-Sterile
For children younger than 3 what should you ensure when administering otic medication? -
Correct Answers-The ear lobs is pulled downward to straighten the ear canal.
In children older than four and in adults what should you ensure when administering otic
medication? - Correct Answers-pull the pinna up and outward.
How do you ensure correct medications are being given and that medication won't adversely
interact with other medications the patient may currently be taking? - Correct Answers-Very any
contraindications with the MAR.
How do you dispense liquid medication? - Correct Answers-Observe the medication at eye level
and fill to the desired level on scale. The scale should be even with the fluid level at the base of
the meniscus.
How should the patient be positioned when administering oral medication? - Correct Answers-
High-Fowler position, if not contraindicated by his/her condition, or side-lying position (side-
lying is preferable if sitting is contraindicated by his/her condition; decreases risk for aspiration)
How long should the patient be monitored for any possible adverse or allergic reactions in
respond to the mediation administered? - Correct Answers-5-15 minutes, if found notify the
nurse or provider immediately.
What is the typical size syringe used for IM and SC injections? - Correct Answers-1 to 3 mL
What are the components that make up stainless steel needles? - Correct Answers-Hub, shaft,
and bevel