Question 1

All of the following are disadvantages of the oral route of administration except:

Accepted Answer

A)  an objectionable odor or taste 
B)  a more predictable effect on the body than when given by injection 
C)  irritation of the gastric mucosa 
D)  discoloration of the teeth, tongue, or gums 
A)  an objectionable odor or taste 
B)  a more predictable effect on the body than when given by injection 
C)  irritation of the gastric mucosa 
D)  discoloration of the teeth, tongue, or gums

Question 2

All of the following are types of oxygen masks except;

Accepted Answer

A)  Venturi 
B)  isolation 
C)  partial rebreather 
D)  nonrebreather 
A)  Venturi 
B)  isolation 
C)  partial rebreather 
D)  nonrebreather

Question 3

It is best to use the same application site each time a new medication patch is applied.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Match each term with its definition.
-medication that is absorbed through the skin; patches

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 5

Match each term with its definition.
-implanting something into something else

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 6

Drugs that have a counterirritant effect and are usually vigorously rubbed onto the skin to relieve soreness in muscles and joints are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  liniments 
B)  lotions 
C)  ointments 
D)  wet dressings 
A)  liniments 
B)  lotions 
C)  ointments 
D)  wet dressings

Question 7

Which of the following types of oral medications could be safely crushed for administration?

Accepted Answer

A)  sublingual tablets 
B)  enteric-coated tablets 
C)  sustained-release tablets 
D)  scored tablets 
A)  sublingual tablets 
B)  enteric-coated tablets 
C)  sustained-release tablets 
D)  scored tablets

Question 8

The temperature of irrigation and douche solutions should not exceed:

Accepted Answer

A)  100 degrees Fahrenheit 
B)  104 degrees Fahrenheit 
C)  98 degrees Fahrenheit 
D)  110 degrees Fahrenheit 
A)  100 degrees Fahrenheit 
B)  104 degrees Fahrenheit 
C)  98 degrees Fahrenheit 
D)  110 degrees Fahrenheit

Question 9

When pouring liquid medication, the measuring device must be at eye level to ensure an accurate does.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Oxygen is ordered as:

Accepted Answer

A)  LPM or mm Hg 
B)  mm Hg or % 
C)  LPM or % 
D)  ml or LPM 
A)  LPM or mm Hg 
B)  mm Hg or % 
C)  LPM or % 
D)  ml or LPM

Question 11

Which of the following is false regarding nasal medications?

Accepted Answer

A)  Long-term use may cause rebound congestion. 
B)  Nasal medications are best administered by a highly trained medical professional. 
C)  Nasal medications may be used to relieve allergy and cold symptoms. 
D)  Patients should be told to clear the nasal passages prior to use. 
A)  Long-term use may cause rebound congestion. 
B)  Nasal medications are best administered by a highly trained medical professional. 
C)  Nasal medications may be used to relieve allergy and cold symptoms. 
D)  Patients should be told to clear the nasal passages prior to use.

Question 12

The normal range for oxygen in arterial blood is:

Accepted Answer

A)  50-75 mm Hg 
B)  80-100 mm Hg 
C)  80-120 mm Hg 
D)  25-50 mm Hg 
A)  50-75 mm Hg 
B)  80-100 mm Hg 
C)  80-120 mm Hg 
D)  25-50 mm Hg

Question 13

Match each term with its definition.
-cleansing of a canal by flushing with a liquid

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 14

Match each term with its definition.
-slowly dropping a solution into or onto a body cavity

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 15

When using a multiple-dose solid medication, the health care worker should place the medication in his or her hand and transfer the medication to the medicine cup, to avoid placing too many pills in the cup.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Match each term with its definition.
-semisolid preparation of a drug in an oily base

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 17

Two means of measuring the amount of medication to be administered are by:

Accepted Answer

A)  weight and volume 
B)  color and odor 
C)  volume and color 
D)  odor and weight 
A)  weight and volume 
B)  color and odor 
C)  volume and color 
D)  odor and weight

Question 18

Match each term with its definition.
-deficient amount of oxygen in the blood

Accepted Answer

A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction 
A) instillation 
B) inhalation 
C) irrigation 
D) canthus 
E) suppository
F)enema
G)transdermal
H)ointment
I)hypoxemia
J)insertion
K)inunction

Question 19

When performing an ear irrigation for a child, the ear should be pulled upward and back.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Inhaled drugs may be used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  provide local treatment for respiratory infections 
B)  provide systemic treatment for respiratory infections 
C)  supply medication that can be absorbed into the bloodstream through the lungs 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  provide local treatment for respiratory infections 
B)  provide systemic treatment for respiratory infections 
C)  supply medication that can be absorbed into the bloodstream through the lungs 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Exam 11: Administration of Nonparenteral Medications

All of the following are disadvantages of the oral route of administration except:

All of the following are types of oxygen masks except;

It is best to use the same application site each time a new medication patch is applied.

Match each term with its definition. -medication that is absorbed through the skin; patches

Match each term with its definition. -implanting something into something else

Drugs that have a counterirritant effect and are usually vigorously rubbed onto the skin to relieve soreness in muscles and joints are called:

Which of the following types of oral medications could be safely crushed for administration?

The temperature of irrigation and douche solutions should not exceed:

When pouring liquid medication, the measuring device must be at eye level to ensure an accurate does.

Oxygen is ordered as:

Which of the following is false regarding nasal medications?

The normal range for oxygen in arterial blood is:

Match each term with its definition. -cleansing of a canal by flushing with a liquid

Match each term with its definition. -slowly dropping a solution into or onto a body cavity

When using a multiple-dose solid medication, the health care worker should place the medication in his or her hand and transfer the medication to the medicine cup, to avoid placing too many pills in the cup.

Match each term with its definition. -semisolid preparation of a drug in an oily base

Two means of measuring the amount of medication to be administered are by:

Match each term with its definition. -deficient amount of oxygen in the blood

When performing an ear irrigation for a child, the ear should be pulled upward and back.

Inhaled drugs may be used to:

Numerals and Fractions

Decimal Fractions

Ratio and Proportion

The Metric System

Calculating Adult Dosages Oral and Parenteral Forms

Calculating Children S Dosages

Drug Sources Schedules and Dosages

Forms of Drugs and How They Act

The Medication Order

Medication Administration Essentials

Parenteral Equipment and Supplies

Administration of Parenteral Medications

Allergy an Overview

Antibiotic Agents

Antifungal Antiviral and Immunizing Agents

Antineoplastic Agents

Vitamins Minerals and Herbals

Psychotropic Agents

Substance Abuse

Medications Used for Musculoskeletal System Disorders

Medications Used for Gastrointestinal System Disorders

Medications Used for Cardiovascular System Disorders

Medications That Affect the Respiratory System

Diuretics and Medications Used for Urinary System Disorders

Medications Used in Treatment of Endocrine Disorders

Medications That Affect the Nervous System

Medications That Affect the Reproductive System

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