Skills Module 3.0: Concepts of Medication Administration Questions and Answers | Latest Version | Graded A
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Skills Module 3.0: Concepts Of Medication
Skills Module 3.0: Concepts of
Medication Administration Questions
and Answers | Latest Version | Graded A
What is the primary purpose of performing hand hygiene before medication administration?
a) To ensure the medication remains uncontaminated.
b) ** To prevent the transmission of pat...
Skills Module 3.0: Concepts of
Medication Administration Questions
and Answers | Latest Version | Graded A
What is the primary purpose of performing hand hygiene before medication administration?
a) To ensure the medication remains uncontaminated.
b) **✔✔ To prevent the transmission of pathogens and reduce the risk of infection.**
c) To comply with regulatory requirements.
d) To ensure the medication is absorbed properly.
**Rationale:** Hand hygiene is crucial for preventing the spread of infections and maintaining a
sterile environment for medication administration.
When preparing an oral medication for administration, what is the most important step to ensure
patient safety?
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, a) To verify the medication’s color.
b) To check the medication's expiration date.
c) **✔✔ To confirm the patient’s identity and the medication order.**
d) To shake the medication bottle thoroughly.
**Rationale:** Verifying the patient’s identity and the medication order ensures the correct
medication is administered to the right patient.
What is the recommended practice when administering medications through a nasogastric tube?
a) **✔✔ Verify tube placement and use liquid forms of medications whenever possible.**
b) Crush all medications and mix with water.
c) Administer medications with a syringe without checking tube placement.
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