Always question the patient about any allergies to drugs, including OTC and herbal supplements, food, or environmental factors because true allergic reactions can be very serious, even life threatening. If the patient indicates he or she does not have any allergies:
A) skip this portion of the form
B) document in the patient demographics section
C) enter No known drug allergies (NKDA) on the form
D) do an allergy screening in the EHR tab
Question 2
Which explanation would be best when conveying to a pediatric patient that you need to give her an injection?
A) Tell the child that you have to give her a shot but she shouldn't worry because it won't hurt.
B) Tell the child that you need to give her some medicine to make her feel better. Tell her that she may feel a slight pinch during the procedure, but that it will be over before she knows it.
C) Don't tell the child anything. Hide the needle and sneak it in by surprise.
D) Show the child the needle and syringe and explain the whole procedure prior to performing the injection.
