Chapter 6 Study Guide Exam Questions
And All Correct Answers.
Which record is used for documenting dietary intake, fluid intake and output, and pain assessment? -
Answer Graphic Record
The large index-type record that contains the pertinent information such as the patient's name,
diagnosis, allergies, treatments, and the nursing care plan. - Answer Kardex Record
The MAR - Answer Medical Administration Record. The medications that the patient received.
Which statements about the legalities of medication administration are true? Select all that apply.
1. The nurse must have a current license to practice.
2. There must be a clear policy statement that authorizes the act of administering medicines.
3.The pharmacist assumes responsibility for verification and safety of the medication order.
4. Bar coding and handheld devices have eliminated the need for the nurse to check the medication
order from the provider.
5. Daily medications can be recorded just before administering the medication - Answer 1, 2
Which information can be documented in an order form? Select all that apply.
1. Laboratory tests
2. Diagnostic procedures
3. Problems to be corrected
4. Medications and treatments
5. Improvements in the patient's condition - Answer 1, 2, 4
The prescription note "Furosemide (Lasix) 20mg IV once at 7 PM" represents which type of order? -
Answer Single
, Which order type occurs when the healthcare provider orders discontinuation of the prescribed opiate
analgesic therapy after 3 days postop? - Answer Standing
Which statements made by a patient regarding the disposal of prescription and nonprescription
medications are correct? Select all that apply
1. "I will throw away opioid analgesics along with the household trash."
2. "I will throw away empty prescription bottles without removing the labels."
3. "I will dispose of the drugs in the household trash without emptying the drugs from the container."
4. "I will dispose of the drugs as per the instructions given on the drug label or in the patient information
leaflet."
5. "I will dispose of the drugs in the household trash after mixing them with an undesirable substance in
a sealed bag." - Answer 4, 5
Which action should the nurse take before administering a drug from the floor or ward stock? - Answer
Perform medication reconciliation.
Which action related to medication administration is outside the scope of basic nursing practice? -
Answer Deciding the best route of administration of medications
The route of administration is part of the medication order and is determined by the prescriber. The
nurse may give input into the decision at times or may request a change in route but cannot make the
decision. The nurse is responsible for knowing the actions and side effects of medications given and for
assessing the patient's response to them. The nurse is responsible for providing the patient with
information on medications.
Which medication order process is most likely to result in a medication error?
PRN
Single
Verbal
Standing - Answer Verbal
What sequence is followed when implementing an individual prescription order? - Answer A 3- to 5-
day supply of medication is sent by the pharmacist for specific patients.
And All Correct Answers.
Which record is used for documenting dietary intake, fluid intake and output, and pain assessment? -
Answer Graphic Record
The large index-type record that contains the pertinent information such as the patient's name,
diagnosis, allergies, treatments, and the nursing care plan. - Answer Kardex Record
The MAR - Answer Medical Administration Record. The medications that the patient received.
Which statements about the legalities of medication administration are true? Select all that apply.
1. The nurse must have a current license to practice.
2. There must be a clear policy statement that authorizes the act of administering medicines.
3.The pharmacist assumes responsibility for verification and safety of the medication order.
4. Bar coding and handheld devices have eliminated the need for the nurse to check the medication
order from the provider.
5. Daily medications can be recorded just before administering the medication - Answer 1, 2
Which information can be documented in an order form? Select all that apply.
1. Laboratory tests
2. Diagnostic procedures
3. Problems to be corrected
4. Medications and treatments
5. Improvements in the patient's condition - Answer 1, 2, 4
The prescription note "Furosemide (Lasix) 20mg IV once at 7 PM" represents which type of order? -
Answer Single
, Which order type occurs when the healthcare provider orders discontinuation of the prescribed opiate
analgesic therapy after 3 days postop? - Answer Standing
Which statements made by a patient regarding the disposal of prescription and nonprescription
medications are correct? Select all that apply
1. "I will throw away opioid analgesics along with the household trash."
2. "I will throw away empty prescription bottles without removing the labels."
3. "I will dispose of the drugs in the household trash without emptying the drugs from the container."
4. "I will dispose of the drugs as per the instructions given on the drug label or in the patient information
leaflet."
5. "I will dispose of the drugs in the household trash after mixing them with an undesirable substance in
a sealed bag." - Answer 4, 5
Which action should the nurse take before administering a drug from the floor or ward stock? - Answer
Perform medication reconciliation.
Which action related to medication administration is outside the scope of basic nursing practice? -
Answer Deciding the best route of administration of medications
The route of administration is part of the medication order and is determined by the prescriber. The
nurse may give input into the decision at times or may request a change in route but cannot make the
decision. The nurse is responsible for knowing the actions and side effects of medications given and for
assessing the patient's response to them. The nurse is responsible for providing the patient with
information on medications.
Which medication order process is most likely to result in a medication error?
PRN
Single
Verbal
Standing - Answer Verbal
What sequence is followed when implementing an individual prescription order? - Answer A 3- to 5-
day supply of medication is sent by the pharmacist for specific patients.
