Basic Nursing Skills Medication Administration 3

Question 1

An intradermal injection is administered at which angle?

Accepted Answer

5–15 degrees

Answer

Intradermal injections are given at a 5–15 degree angle to deposit medication just under the epidermis, creating a wheal.

Question 2

A patient is prescribed 500 mg of amoxicillin. The available suspension is 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should be administered?

Accepted Answer

10 mL

Answer

Using the formula: (Desired/Have) × Volume = (500/250) × 5 = 10 mL.

Question 3

Which route of medication administration has the fastest onset of action?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous

Answer

Intravenous administration delivers medication directly into the bloodstream, producing the fastest onset of action.

Question 4

Medications labeled 'enteric-coated' should be administered:

Accepted Answer

Whole and not crushed

Answer

Enteric-coated tablets must be swallowed whole because the coating protects the stomach from irritation and ensures absorption in the small intestine.

Question 5

What does PRN mean in a medication order?

Accepted Answer

As needed

Answer

PRN (pro re nata) means 'as needed' — the medication is given only when the patient requires it based on specific criteria.

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Basic Nursing Skills Medication Administration 3