Quiz 5

Correcting an error during charting involves

• completely erasing the error.

• using a correction pen, fluid, or tape.

• blacking out the mistake.

• draw one line through the mistake.

• draw one line through the mistake.

Unit-dose packaging is the safest and most convenient means of administering medicines because

• the drugs require little handling and no special preparation before being taken to the patient.

• unused doses can be returned to the pharmacy for credit.

• the individual wrappings ensure that drugs will not become contaminated in handling.

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

Which term describes a system of documenting that involves the chart being organized according to a numbered list of problems?

• SOAP

• PIE

• POMR

• MAR

• POMR

Which piece of information may be present on a drug label?

• specific storage requirements

• the length of time a drug will be potent after being opened

• the warning "Not safe for pregnant women"

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

Which type of preparations should be patted onto the skin rather than rubbed in?

• liniments

• lotions

• gels

• emulsions

• lotions

Which statement describes correct guidelines for setting up medications?

• Clear your mind of everything. The task at hand needs your full attention.

• Follow aseptic procedure when handling medications.

• If preparing a unit-dose tablet, place the tablet directly into the medicine cup.

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

Which term describes the process of rinsing a part of the body cavity with water that contains drugs?

• irrigation

• insertion

• instillation

• placing

• irrigation

All of the following dosage forms contain alcohol except

• elixirs.

• tinctures.

• fluidextracts.

• syrups.

• syrups.

Which type of medication can lead to an overdose if crushed, opened, or emptied into food?

• caplets

• extended release capsules

• scored tablets

• enteric-coated tablets

• extended release capsules

Which item on a drug label will make it easier for a manufacturer to trace a problem to a particular batch, allowing for drug recall?

• expiration date

• lot number

• manufacturer's address

• national Drug Code numbers

• lot number

Which type of drugs must not be administered to a diabetic?

• tincture

• lotion

• emulsion

• magmas

• tincture

Which term describes the method of applying a drug directly to the skin or mucous membrane, usually for a local effect?

• intradermal

• interdermal

• dermal

• topical

• topical

All of the following types of medications can be administered to alcoholics or diabetics except

• emulsions.

• magmas.

• elixirs.

• troches.

• elixirs.

When should a patient be assessed to determine if they have experienced a reaction to a specific medication? 

• Assess after 15 minutes.

• Assess after 30 minutes.

• Assess after 45 minutes.

• Assess after 60 minutes.

• Assess after 30 minutes.

Which is the abbreviation to use when documenting the administration of medication by mouth?

• Buc

• PO

• R

• SL

• PO

Which statement does not describe instructions that should be given to a patient who is using the buccal route of medication administration?

• Place the medication in the mouth next to the cheek.

• No food or drink is permitted until the tablets dissolve.

• Always place the medication in the same place to increase absorption.

• Decrease mucosal irritation by alternating cheeks with each dose.

• Always place the medication in the same place to increase absorption.

Which route of medication administration is the most dangerous way to administer drugs?

• PO

• SC

• IM

• IV

• IV

A preparation that must be shaken prior to administration is a

• suspension.

• solution.

• spirit.

• syrup.

• suspension.

If a medication error occurs you must complete a(n)

• medication administration form

• Food and Drug Administration report

• incident report

• Drug Enforcement Administration report

• incident report

Which describes drug powders that have been pressed or molded into small disks?

• lozenges

• troches

• caplets

• tablets

• tablets

Which of the following abbreviations stands for before meals?

• a.c.

• p.c.

• n.p.o.

• q.

• a.c.

Which type of preparations allows drug effects to continue at the same level over a long period?

• enteric coated

• sustained release

• troches

• syrups

• sustained release

Which of the following abbreviations means four times a day?

• qid

• tid

• bid

• dc

• qid

Administering medications via nebulizers, inhalers, and atomizers is used in treating

• diabetes.

• influenza.

• congestive heart failure.

• asthma.

• asthma.

All of the following information will be found on a medication label except

• how the medication is to be given.

• the form of the drug.

• the dosage strength.

• the PDR number.

• the PDR number.

Which statement describes classifications of medication forms?

• solutions; suspensions; emulsions; preparations

• liquids; semiliquids; semisolids; solids

• mixtures; combinations; assortments; varieties

• capsules; tablets; time released; gel caps

• liquids; semiliquids; semisolids; solids

Which describes a drug order where the ordered drug is administered until a discontinuation order is written or until a specified termination date is reached?

• standing order

• routine order

• prn order

• verbal order

• routine order

Which term describes a way to organize and chart patient progress?

• SOAP

• POMR

• MAR

• PRN

• SOAP

The medication order "Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for temperature of 101°F or above" is an example of a

• standing order.

• routine order.

• prn order.

• verbal order.

• standing order.

Which term describes a form of drug that is mixed with a firm base that melts at body temperature and is molded into a shape suitable for insertion into the rectum or vagina?

• troche

• caplet

• spansule

• suppository

• suppository

Which abbreviation indicates a medication is to be taken after a meal?

• a.m.

• p.c.

• h.s.

• q.h.

• p.c.

Which is the military time equivalent of 5:45 p.m.?

• 1745 hours

• 0545 hours

• 1145 hours

• 2545 hours

• 1745 hours

How many times should a label be checked when administering a medication? 

• one time

• two times

• three times

• four times

• three times

A medication to be given on an empty stomach should be taken

• 1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward.

• 2 hours before meals or 1 hour afterward.

• 1 hour before meals or 1 hour afterward.

• 2 hours before meals or 2 hours afterward.

• 1 hour before meals or 2 hours afterward.

Which type of drugs must always bear the label "Sterile—for ophthalmic use"?

• parenteral medications

• otic medications

• eye medications

• neonatal medications

• eye medications

A suppository is administered by 

• irrigation.

• insertion.

• instillation.

• placing.

• insertion.

Which type of medications must be kept in a locked, secure place with limited access, must be counted or measured at the beginning of each shift, and must have the quantity recorded on a specific form?

• antibiotics

• contraceptives

• controlled substances

• antipyretics

• controlled substances

A liquid suspension for external application to the skin to relieve pain and swelling is a(n)

• lotion.

• gel.

• liniment.

• ointment.

• liniment.

Which describes a type of medication order written by a provider for a drug to be given when a patient needs it?

• standing order

• routine order

• prn order

• verbal order

• prn order

Which statement is true about oral medication administration?

• The drug can be broken down by enzymes in the digestive system.

• Absorption can be affected by the presence of food.

• Irritating medications may cause nausea and stomach discomfort.

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

A medication preparation that is commonly delivered by oral inhaler, allowing for rapid absorption into the bloodstream, is a(n)

• spray.

• aerosol.

• powder.

• emulsions.

• aerosol.

How can medication errors be prevented?

• Carefully read medication labels.

• Have all calculations checked by another member of the healthcare team.

• Call the provider to clarify an illegible medication order.

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

The key ingredient in a drug that produces a therapeutic effect is referred to as

• an active ingredient.

• an inert ingredient.

• a therapeutic ingredient.

• a chemical ingredient.

• an active ingredient.

The correct way to record information in the medical record is by

• using a felt-tip pen.

• using a pencil.

• using a black-ink pen.

• using a gel pen.

• using a black-ink pen.

Which term describes the process of dropping medications into the eyes, ears, and nose?

• irrigation

• place

• instillation

• inserting

• instillation

An incorrect way to pour a liquid medication from a bottle is

• removing the cap and place it upside down.

• holding the bottle with the label against the palm of the hand while pouring.

• holding the cup at eye level to ensure accuracy of the dose.

• placing the medication cup on a surface at eye level to ensure accuracy.

• holding the cup at eye level to ensure accuracy of the dose.

Which statement about the patient's medical record is correct?

• It is a form of communication between the patient, doctor, and healthcare team.

• The chart is a legal document.

• Researchers may use the chart to study diseases or drugs.

• All answers are correct.

• All answers are correct.

Supplies must be sterile when administering medications

• buccally.

• sublingually.

• parenterally.

• orally.

• parenterally.

Which statement describes the proper way to chart medication administration?

• Chart before you give the medication.

• Chart after you give the medication.

• At the end of the day, chart all of the medications you have given.

• At the beginning of the day, chart all of the medications you are ordered to give.

• Chart after you give the medication.

The slowest way for a drug to reach the cells of the body is

• rectally.

• parenterally.

• orally.

• inhaling.

• orally.