HAC Pharmacology & Drug Administration 2

Question 1

A patient is prescribed a medication 'PRN.' What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Give the medication as needed

Answer

PRN is a Latin abbreviation for 'pro re nata,' meaning the medication should be given only when the patient requires it.

Question 2

Which route of drug administration delivers medication directly into muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular

Answer

Intramuscular (IM) injections deliver medication into muscle tissue, allowing for moderate absorption speed.

Question 3

A healthcare aide notices a medication label is smudged and unreadable. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Do not administer and notify the nurse immediately

Answer

An unreadable label is a safety concern; the aide must not administer the medication and should report it to the nurse immediately.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a topical medication route?

Accepted Answer

Applying a medicated patch to the skin

Answer

Topical medications are applied directly to the skin surface, such as ointments, creams, or transdermal patches.

Question 5

What is the term for an unexpected, harmful reaction to a medication?

Accepted Answer

Adverse drug reaction

Answer

An adverse drug reaction (ADR) is an unintended and harmful response that occurs at normal therapeutic doses.

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