routes of administration

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rights of medication administration

right…

  • drug

  • dose

  • route

  • pt

  • frequency

  • refuse

  • document

  • assessment

  • time

  • reason

  • refuse

  • pt education

  • evaluation


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PO

oral

cheap, simple, most preferred


cons: unknown dose, slow onset of action, irritate GI

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SL / buccal

dissolve under/through gumline to bloodstream

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inhalation

formulated and pt must be educated on the technique

rapid affect into lungs


cons: interfere with respiration

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topical / transdermal

absorbed into skin and focus on area better


cons: irritate abraised/damaged skin

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IV

rapid drug action, 100% dose, large volume


cons: no drawback, high risk of adverse effects, phlebitis/thrombosis, sterile technique

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IM

rapid drug absorption


cons: 3mL, slow drug absorption, irritates skin

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Sub-Q

less pain


cons: up to 1mL, slow drug absorption, irritates skin

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PICC

longer period of time, connect to larger vein


cons: invasive, risk of bloodstream infection or blood clot