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CQXA

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on: Jul 22, 2018
While preparing medications, the nurse knows one of the drug is an acidic medication. In which area does the nurse anticipate the drug will be absorbed?
 
  a. Stomach
  b. Mouth
  c. Small intestine
  d. Large intestine

Question 2

A patient is in need of immediate pain relief for a severe headache. Which medication will the nurse administer to be absorbed the quickest?
 
  a. Acetaminophen 650 mg PO
  b. Hydromorphone 4 mg IV
  c. Ketorolac 8 mg IM
  d. Morphine 6 mg SQ


wilsonbho

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Acidic medications pass through the gastric mucosa rapidly. Medications that are basic are not absorbed before reaching the small intestine.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
IV is the fastest route for absorption owing to the increase in blood flow. The richer the blood supply to the site of administration, the faster a medication is absorbed. Medications administered intravenously enter the bloodstream and act immediately, whereas those given in other routes take time to enter the bloodstream and have an effect. Oral, subcutaneous (SQ), and intramuscular (IM) are others ways to deliver medication but with less blood flow, slowing absorption.


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