Nr293 exam1 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

tudy Guide for NR 293 Exam 1 Chapter 2  Define the common terms used in pharmacology o Pharmacokinetic- the study of what the body does to the drug; involves the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion o Pharmacodynamics- the study of what the drug does to the body; involves drug–receptor relationships. o First-pass effect- initial metabolism in the liver of a drug absorbed from the GI tract before the drug reaches systemic circulation through the bloodstream...

Exam 1 - Verga’s Review You go to the MAR, you’re gonna give meds. First action you’re gonna do in med administration: comparing labels on the meds, calculating med dosing, verify patient identity, or compare med administration order with original orders. How do you know ensure the right med dose is given = med calc How to ensure right time is being used to give med = PRN meds are given under special times and special circumstances Fastest absorption order = IV and then oral suspens...