An appropriate technique for medication administration by the ...

[Haya94]

An appropriate technique for medication administration by the nurse is:
 
  A. Using a cutting device to cut scored tablets
  B. Unwrapping all of the medication to be given and placing it together in a cup
  C. Crushing capsules and enteric-coated medication for easier swallowing
  D. Pouring tablets from a floor stock bottle directly into the medication cup without touching them

Question 2

After obtaining a sample for arterial blood gases, the nurse:
 
  A. Maintains pressure over the site for 3 to 5 minutes
  B. Checks the artery proximal to or above the puncture site
  C. Places the syringe into a plastic bag and sends it to the laboratory
  D. Applies a cool compress to hematoma formation at the puncture site

[TINA]

Answer to Question 1

A
A. Scored tablets can be divided evenly when needed for correct dosing.
B. Wrapper maintains cleanliness of medications and identifies drug name and dose.
C. Capsules, enteric-coated tablets, and timed-release medications cannot be crushed without interfering with their therapeutic effects.
D. Medications poured from a stock bottle should be first poured into the cup to get the correct dose while avoiding waste.

Answer to Question 2

A
A. Maintain continuous pressure on and proximal to site for 3 to 5 minutes.
B. Palpate artery below or distal site to puncture site to determine if pulse quality has changed, indicating alteration in arterial flow.
C. Place syringe in cup of crushed ice. Failure may result in decreased pH, PaO2, and oxygen saturation.
D. Apply warm compresses to enhance absorption of blood.

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[TINA]

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