Medication Administration MCQ
Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Rated A+
When administering oral medications to a patient, what is essential to confirm?
a) The patient’s dietary restrictions.
b) The patient's ability to swallow the medication. ✔✔
c) The medication's cost.
d) The time of the patient's next meal.
For proper medication storage, what is generally required?
a) Store medications in a dry, cool place. ✔✔
b) Keep all medications in direct sunlight.
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,c) Store medications at room temperature only.
d) Refrigerate all medications regardless of type.
What is an important step when preparing to administer an intravenous medication?
a) Verify the medication’s compatibility with other infusions. ✔✔
b) Select a vein based on the patient's preference.
c) Use a larger needle to avoid complications.
d) Administer the medication without checking for allergies.
Which technique should be used when administering an intramuscular injection to minimize
discomfort?
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,a) Use a slow, steady injection technique. ✔✔
b) Administer the medication quickly.
c) Inject the medication at an angle of 30 degrees.
d) Massage the injection site vigorously.
What should be done if a patient refuses a medication?
a) Document the refusal and inform the healthcare provider. ✔✔
b) Ignore the refusal and proceed with the administration.
c) Attempt to convince the patient to take the medication.
d) Withhold the medication and do not document the incident.
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, When administering a medication via an inhaler, what is crucial to ensure effectiveness?
a) The patient inhales deeply and holds their breath for 10 seconds. ✔✔
b) The patient exhales forcefully before inhaling.
c) The patient shakes the inhaler immediately before use.
d) The patient uses the inhaler without a spacer.
What should be assessed before administering a medication that affects blood pressure?
a) The patient's daily activity level.
b) The patient’s most recent blood pressure reading. ✔✔
c) The patient’s weight loss over the past month.
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2024/2025 | Rated A+
When administering oral medications to a patient, what is essential to confirm?
a) The patient’s dietary restrictions.
b) The patient's ability to swallow the medication. ✔✔
c) The medication's cost.
d) The time of the patient's next meal.
For proper medication storage, what is generally required?
a) Store medications in a dry, cool place. ✔✔
b) Keep all medications in direct sunlight.
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,c) Store medications at room temperature only.
d) Refrigerate all medications regardless of type.
What is an important step when preparing to administer an intravenous medication?
a) Verify the medication’s compatibility with other infusions. ✔✔
b) Select a vein based on the patient's preference.
c) Use a larger needle to avoid complications.
d) Administer the medication without checking for allergies.
Which technique should be used when administering an intramuscular injection to minimize
discomfort?
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,a) Use a slow, steady injection technique. ✔✔
b) Administer the medication quickly.
c) Inject the medication at an angle of 30 degrees.
d) Massage the injection site vigorously.
What should be done if a patient refuses a medication?
a) Document the refusal and inform the healthcare provider. ✔✔
b) Ignore the refusal and proceed with the administration.
c) Attempt to convince the patient to take the medication.
d) Withhold the medication and do not document the incident.
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, When administering a medication via an inhaler, what is crucial to ensure effectiveness?
a) The patient inhales deeply and holds their breath for 10 seconds. ✔✔
b) The patient exhales forcefully before inhaling.
c) The patient shakes the inhaler immediately before use.
d) The patient uses the inhaler without a spacer.
What should be assessed before administering a medication that affects blood pressure?
a) The patient's daily activity level.
b) The patient’s most recent blood pressure reading. ✔✔
c) The patient’s weight loss over the past month.
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