Chapter 02: Safely Preparing and Giving Drugs

Chapter 02: Safely Preparing and Giving Drugs

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

MULTIPLE CHOICE

BASIC CONCEPTS

1. How soon should a drug ordered as “STAT” be administered?

ANS:  A

A STAT order is written by a prescriber for a drug to be administered once and immediately.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering        REF:   p. 29

2. When do most drug errors occur in a hospital setting?

ANS:  C

Most drug errors are made while giving drugs. Common errors include giving the wrong drug or giving the wrong dose. Follow the “eight rights” to prevent drug errors.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering        REF:   p. 30

3. Which type of drug must always be swallowed without chewing?

ANS:  B

Some pills and capsules are prepared for slow absorption. These drugs are often labeled enteric-coated, time release, or slow release. If chewed, crushed, or opened, these drugs may be absorbed too rapidly. This can irritate the gastrointestinal (GI) system or cause symptoms of overdose.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering        REF:   p. 31

4. Which abbreviation means that a drug is to be given orally?

ANS:  C

PO means per os or administration of drugs by the mouth.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering        REF:   p. 32

5. Which needle position is best for an intradermal injection?

ANS:  D

When giving an intradermal injection, insert the needle at a 10- to 15-degree angle with the bevel facing up. Do not pull back (aspirate) on the plunger of the syringe. Inject the drug so a little bump forms and remove the needle.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Remembering        REF:   p. 35