Drug Administration All Answers Correct
Drug Administration and Effects - Topical: This type of administration is applied to a specific area, producing a localized effect. - Enteral: Refers to anything related to the intestine and includes drugs typically taken orally. These
drugs have systemic...
- Topical: This type of administration is applied to a specific area, producing a localized effect.
- Enteral: Refers to anything related to the intestine and includes drugs typically taken orally. These
drugs have systemic effects when swallowed and are absorbed through the stomach and intestines.
- Parenteral: Involves drug administration through injection, which results in systemic effects without
needing to be swallowed.
Routes and Definitions
- Auricular: Pertains to the ear.
- Carbamide Peroxide: A compound that helps soften earwax.
- Corticosteroid: A medication used to alleviate swelling and inflammation.
- Antibiotic: Medications designed to prevent or combat infections.
- Conjunctival: Relating to the mucous membrane lining the inner eyelids and covering the front part of
the eyeball.
- Intravitreal: Indicates a treatment that occurs within or is introduced into the vitreous body of the eye.
- Vasoconstrictor: A substance that constricts or tightens small, superficial blood vessels.
Anesthesia and Related Terms
- Inhalation: Typically refers to the delivery method for anesthesia drugs.
- Suprane: The brand name of a potent inhalation anesthetic.
- Nitrous Oxide: Commonly known as laughing gas, this mild anesthetic induces forgetfulness and
relaxation.
- Endotracheal Tube: A device inserted into the trachea to ensure or maintain an airway while allowing
for inhaled anesthesia.
Other Routes and Definitions
- Vaginal: Pertains to administration via the vagina.
- Otic: Refers to applications related to the ear.
, - Ophthalmic: Indicates medication administered inside the eye.
- Inhalation: Describes the process of breathing in.
- Nasogastric Tube: A tube that runs from the nose to the stomach.
- Suppository: A small, plug-like medication designed for insertion into a body cavity other than the
mouth.
- PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy): A procedure for placing a tube directly into the stomach
for feeding.
- G-tube: Another term for a gastric feeding tube.
Medication Characteristics
- Rectal Administration: Most medications given via the rectum have a systemic effect.
- Gastrointestinal System: Enteral medications are absorbed through this system.
- Trade Name for Constipation Supository: The product known as Dulcolax is the trade name used for
this treatment.
The generic name for a suppository for treating constipation is _____. ✔️bisacodyl
A common ingredient in suppositories to treat constipation is _____. ✔️glycerin
Glycerine and glycerin are both accepted spellings—the prior is the preferred British spelling, and the
latter is the preferred spelling in the United States.
long action ✔️LA
sustained release ✔️SR
Extended release ✔️ER
Controlled release ✔️CR
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