Basic pharmacology for nurses chapter 9 Exam Questions and Answers

Basic pharmacology for nurses chapter 9 Exam Questions and Answers Which part of the syringe contains the calibrations for drug volume measurement? - Answer-Barrel Which needle will the nurse use to administer an intarmuscular (IM) immunization on an 18 month old child? -Answer-27 gauge 11/2 inch needle Which syringe will the nurse use to administer insulin subcutaneously to patient? - Answer-A syringe calibrated in units Which action by the nurse is most accurate when drawing up medication from an ampule? -Answer-Use a filter needle to redraw the medication Which action by the nurse is accurate when redrawing medication into a syringe from a vial? -Answer-Inject an amount of air equal to the medication into the vial An adult patient is to receive two medications IM. Which action by the nurse is most important in order to mix the medications in one syringe? -Answer-Determine the compatibility of the medications The nurse is preparing to administer insulin.What does U 100 indicate? -Answer-100 Units per mL After teaching a diabetic patient about proper disposal of used syringes and needles, which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching? -Answer-It is unusual that anyone could get a needle injury or disease from used needle Which nursing action is accurate when administering parenteral medication? -Answer- Use clinical judgement when rescheduling missed doses of medication What is an advantage of administering a drug parenterally? -Answer-The onset of action is more rapid Which information provided by the nurse is most important to include when teaching a patient about the use of an Epipen? -Answer-monitor the ex