This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Before administering any drug, what should you do? (select all that apply) a. Check the order. ... (Read 98 times)

Kikoku

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 540
Before administering any drug, what should you do? (select all that apply)
 
  a. Check the order.
  b. Wash your hands.
  c. Instruct the patient that he or she must take the drug.
  d. Find out the patient's family history.
  e. Check the patient's identification band.
  f. Keep drug in container until at the bedside.

Question 2

You are teaching a patient about a prescribed sublingual drug. What will you be sure to tell the patient? (select all that apply)
 
  a. Keep the drug sterile to avoid infection.
  b. Do not drink anything until the drug is completely dissolved.
  c. Place this drug between your jaw and your molar teeth.
  d. Notify your prescriber if you experience side effects.
  e. Place the drug beside or below the tongue.
  f. Don't swallow this drug.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

upturnedfurball

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 334
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, E, F

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E, F





 

Did you know?

The first documented use of surgical anesthesia in the United States was in Connecticut in 1844.

Did you know?

There can actually be a 25-hour time difference between certain locations in the world. The International Date Line passes between the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. It is not a straight line, but "zig-zags" around various island chains. Therefore, Samoa and nearby islands have one date, while American Samoa and nearby islands are one day behind. Daylight saving time is used in some islands, but not in others—further shifting the hours out of sync with natural time.

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

Ether was used widely for surgeries but became less popular because of its flammability and its tendency to cause vomiting. In England, it was quickly replaced by chloroform, but this agent caused many deaths and lost popularity.

Did you know?

The average adult has about 21 square feet of skin.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library