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swpotter12

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When given an intravenous medication, the patient says to the nurse, I usually take pills. Why does this medication have to be given in the arm? What is the nurse's best answer?
 
  a. The medication will cause fewer adverse effects when given intravenously.
  b. The intravenous medication will have delayed absorption into the body's tissues.
  c. The action of the medication will begin sooner when given intravenously.
  d. There is a lower chance of allergic reactions when drugs are given intravenously.

Question 2

The nurse is administering parenteral drugs. Which statement is true regarding parenteral drugs?
 
  a. Parenteral drugs bypass the first-pass ef-fect.
  b. Absorption of parenteral drugs is affected by reduced blood flow to the stomach.
  c. Absorption of parenteral drugs is faster when the stomach is empty.
  d. Parenteral drugs exert their effects while circulating in the bloodstream.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A





 

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