Med Math test 1 Questions With Complete Solutions
"Usual dosage" Correct Answers indicates the TYPICAL
dosage that is normally prescribed to treat a particular disorder
or disease.
-look for "usual dosage", "dosage and use", "indication and use",
or "dosage and administration", etc.
*Adverse effect Correct Answers Unintended, severe response
to med
*Allergic reaction Correct Answers Unpredictable response to
a medication
*Idiosyncratic reaction Correct Answers Over- or under-
reaction to a medication
-usually unpredicted
*Side effect Correct Answers Predicted, secondary effect
*Synergistic effect Correct Answers combined effect of two
meds greater than when given alone
*Therapeutic effect Correct Answers Expected or predictable
physiological response
*Toxic effect Correct Answers Medication accumulates in the
blood stream
,Absorption:
Routes of Administration Correct Answers Each route of
medication has a different rate of absorption.
Topical: absorption is SLOW
Mucous membranes & respiratory: Absorb QUICKLY due to
the ↑vascularization of tissues
Orally:Pass through GI track and are usually SLOW to absorb
IV: Most rapidly absorbed --- immediately available in the
systemic circulation. (QUICKEST)
Route, Dissolvability(depends on form/ preparation), Blood
flow, Body surface area, Lipid solubility(more quickly)
Best Practices that Promote Safety Correct Answers -Six
(eight) Rights of Medication Administration
-Minimizing distractions and interruptions when preparing
medications
-Consistent and proper use of technology:
scanning and bar-coding medications and patient ID
-Double-checking doses of critical medications such as heparin
and insulin
, Black Box Warning Correct Answers An indication that the
drug carries significant adverse effects that may be life-
threatening or may contribute to serious disability.
-mandated by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration
The warning will appear directly on the label and may include
additional information on the package insert.
Brand name Correct Answers Known as the Trade or
Proprietary name
The name is usually followed by an ® symbol.
Components of a Drug Label Correct Answers •Generic name
•Controlled substance
•Brand name
•Black box warning
•Dosage strength
•Storage information
•Route of administration
•Total amount in bottle
•Dosage and Administration
•Lot number
•Instructions for mixing powdered medications
•Single dose container
Multi-dose container
•Expiration date
•Manufacturer's name
Components of a Medication Order Correct Answers Patient's
full name
Date the order is written
"Usual dosage" Correct Answers indicates the TYPICAL
dosage that is normally prescribed to treat a particular disorder
or disease.
-look for "usual dosage", "dosage and use", "indication and use",
or "dosage and administration", etc.
*Adverse effect Correct Answers Unintended, severe response
to med
*Allergic reaction Correct Answers Unpredictable response to
a medication
*Idiosyncratic reaction Correct Answers Over- or under-
reaction to a medication
-usually unpredicted
*Side effect Correct Answers Predicted, secondary effect
*Synergistic effect Correct Answers combined effect of two
meds greater than when given alone
*Therapeutic effect Correct Answers Expected or predictable
physiological response
*Toxic effect Correct Answers Medication accumulates in the
blood stream
,Absorption:
Routes of Administration Correct Answers Each route of
medication has a different rate of absorption.
Topical: absorption is SLOW
Mucous membranes & respiratory: Absorb QUICKLY due to
the ↑vascularization of tissues
Orally:Pass through GI track and are usually SLOW to absorb
IV: Most rapidly absorbed --- immediately available in the
systemic circulation. (QUICKEST)
Route, Dissolvability(depends on form/ preparation), Blood
flow, Body surface area, Lipid solubility(more quickly)
Best Practices that Promote Safety Correct Answers -Six
(eight) Rights of Medication Administration
-Minimizing distractions and interruptions when preparing
medications
-Consistent and proper use of technology:
scanning and bar-coding medications and patient ID
-Double-checking doses of critical medications such as heparin
and insulin
, Black Box Warning Correct Answers An indication that the
drug carries significant adverse effects that may be life-
threatening or may contribute to serious disability.
-mandated by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration
The warning will appear directly on the label and may include
additional information on the package insert.
Brand name Correct Answers Known as the Trade or
Proprietary name
The name is usually followed by an ® symbol.
Components of a Drug Label Correct Answers •Generic name
•Controlled substance
•Brand name
•Black box warning
•Dosage strength
•Storage information
•Route of administration
•Total amount in bottle
•Dosage and Administration
•Lot number
•Instructions for mixing powdered medications
•Single dose container
Multi-dose container
•Expiration date
•Manufacturer's name
Components of a Medication Order Correct Answers Patient's
full name
Date the order is written
