Pharm and Med Admin
What is the best way to avoid an accidental needlestick when you must prepare a syringe ahead of time
. Engage the safety sheath or recap the needle
Which of the following syringe sizes would be used to administer medication
3 mL
At what angle are subcutaneous injections given
45-degree angle
At what angle are intramuscular injections given
90-degree angle
Who is responsible for prescribing medications
A medical provider with prescribing authority
In which of the following describes intramuscular injections
Administered in the patient's muscle
Why must patients be monitored closely after an injection
Adverse reactions can occur suddenly
Which type of drug allergy affects the entire body and causes an inability to breathe
Anaphylaxis
On a needle, what is the name of the flat, slanted end
Bevel
What is the best way to dispose of an expired controlled substance
By using a DEA-approved disposal company
Which of the following should be completed before administering medication to a patient
Check the patient's drug allergies Read the physician's medication order Read the medication label
On a prescription form, what is the Sig
Directions to the patient for taking the medication
What are controlled substances
Drugs that have the potential for abuse or addiction
Which of the following is an example of a liquid drug form
Elixir
What is the purpose of aspiration in administering an injection
Ensures that the needle is not in a blood vessel
Which drug route would be used to administer a nasal spray?
Inhalation
Which of the following is true of intravenous injections
Injects small amounts of medication into bloodstream
How many times can a Schedule II drug prescription be refilled
It cannot be refilled
What of the following is not a "right" of drug administration
Right denomination
In which position should a patient be placed when inserting a rectal suppository
Sim's
What should be done to ensure that medication is given to the right patient
Use two forms of identification
Choose the correct abbreviation for of each
aa
What should be done with a medication that is found in an unmarked bottle
allow your local pharmacy to dispose of the medication
Which of the following is the best way to dispose of expired medications
Take medications to the pharmacy for incineration
An immunization is an example of a ____ drug.
. Preventative
At what angle are intradermal injections given
10- to 15-degree angle
As a medical assistant, what should you do after every medication administration
Monitor the patient for adverse reactions
Which drug route is administered by injection or IV
Parenteral
On a syringe, what is the name of the plastic rod that is used to draw and push out medication?
Plunger
Which of the following is not a responsibility of a medical assistant
Prescribing medications to patients
Which of the following describes the z-track method of injection
Pull surrounding tissue away from the site during administration
Which classification of controlled substances contains drugs that are not approved for medical use
Schedule I
Which drug route would involve placing a tablet under the tongue
Sublingual
How can an air bubble be expelled from a syringe
Tap barrel and push plunger to release
What is the therapeutic effect of a drug
The desired effect
Which of the following is true of needles
The higher the gauge, the smaller the diameter
What kind of drug is used to treat conditions and symptoms
Therapeutic drug
How many times should the label be checked prior to administering the medication
Three
Why might a medical assistant use the physician's desk reference
To confirm the correct spelling of a medication
