Place the following steps for administration of nose drops in the ...

[Medesa]

Place the following steps for administration of nose drops in the correct order. (Enter your answer with a comma and space between each lettered option as follows: A, B, C, D, E.)
 
  a. Draw medication into the dropper.
  b. Instruct patient to blow the nose gently.
  c. Review practice setting policy.
  d. Explain the steps to the patient.
  e. Position the patient into supine position with head backward over edge of bed.
  f. Instill medication.

Question 2

Which action(s) will the nurse perform when preparing to administer a topical medication? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Wash hands before and after administration.
  b. Maintain a dry environment to encourage wound healing.
  c. Wear gloves during the application process.
  d. Use sterile dressings for all wounds.

[joechoochoy]

Answer to Question 1

ANS:
C, D, B, E, A, F

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C
Handwashing is an essential part of medication administration. Gloves are worn with topical medication to prevent absorption into the practitioner's own skin. Dryness does not encourage wound healing. Sterile dressings do not work well for all wounds.

[Medesa]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[isabelt_18]

Gracias!