PNCB Pharmacology & Medication Administration

Question 1

What is the best site for administering an intramuscular injection in infants under 12 months?

Accepted Answer

Vastus lateralis

Answer

Deltoid

Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Rectus abdominis

Question 2

Why are pediatric medication doses typically calculated based on body weight?

Accepted Answer

To ensure accurate dosing based on body size

Answer

To simplify drug administration

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Because children absorb drugs more slowly

Answer

To follow adult protocols

Question 3

Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for pediatric fever and pain?

Accepted Answer

Acetaminophen

Answer

Ibuprofen

Answer

Aspirin

Answer

Morphine

Question 4

What is the correct nursing action if a child vomits immediately after taking an oral medication?

Accepted Answer

Call the physician before repeating the dose

Answer

Repeat the dose immediately

Answer

Wait and give double dose later

Answer

Skip the dose

Question 5

Which route is commonly used for emergency administration of epinephrine in children with anaphylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular

Answer

Oral

Answer

Subcutaneous

Answer

Intravenous

Question 6

Why should aspirin generally be avoided in children?

Accepted Answer

It can cause Reye’s syndrome

Answer

It causes nausea

Answer

It leads to high blood pressure

Answer

It is less effective than other drugs