Basic Medication Administration
Knowledge Assessment Exam RN |
Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Rated A+
What is the primary purpose of performing a medication reconciliation?
To ensure that all medications a patient is taking are accurately documented and managed.
What should be done if a p...
Basic Medication Administration
Knowledge Assessment Exam RN |
Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Rated A+
What is the primary purpose of performing a medication reconciliation?
✔✔ To ensure that all medications a patient is taking are accurately documented and managed.
What should be done if a patient refuses a prescribed medication?
✔✔ Document the refusal and report it to the healthcare provider.
When preparing to administer medication, what is the first step in the process?
✔✔ Verify the medication order and patient’s identification.
What is the recommended action if a medication dosage is not clear on the prescription?
✔✔ Contact the prescribing healthcare provider for clarification.
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,What is the appropriate action if a medication error is discovered after administration?
✔✔ Report the error immediately to a supervisor or appropriate authority and document the
incident.
How should medication be stored if it requires refrigeration?
✔✔ Ensure the medication is stored at the correct temperature, typically between 36°F and 46°F
(2°C and 8°C).
What is the key factor to consider when administering medications via a different route than
originally prescribed?
✔✔ Confirm that the medication and dosage are appropriate for the new route and adjust the
administration technique accordingly.
What is the standard practice for checking medication allergies before administration?
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, ✔✔ Review the patient’s medical history and confirm any known allergies with the patient
before administering medication.
How should a nurse handle a situation where a patient has a new prescription that conflicts with
their current medications?
✔✔ Evaluate the potential drug interactions and consult with the healthcare provider before
administering the new medication.
What is the correct procedure for administering a medication through a patient’s intravenous
line?
✔✔ Verify the medication order, check the IV site, and ensure proper dilution and infusion rate
before administration.
For an enteral feeding tube what is the correct procedure and precautions associated ✔✔Flush
after each medication
what angle of insertion do you perform for an intramuscular injection? ✔✔90 degrees
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