Pharm and Med Admin

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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


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