Pharmacology Flashcards
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A resident is prescribed warfarin. Which food should the nursing assistant advise the resident to keep consistent in their diet?
Answer: Leafy green vegetables
Leafy greens are high in vitamin K, which counteracts warfarin, so intake must remain consistent to maintain stable anticoagulation.
Which route of medication administration bypasses the digestive system entirely?
Answer: Intravenous
Intravenous (IV) administration delivers medication directly into the bloodstream, completely bypassing the GI tract.
A resident refuses their scheduled medication. What is the FIRST action the nursing assistant should take?
Answer: Document the refusal and notify the nurse
Residents have the right to refuse medications; the CNA must document the refusal and promptly notify the nurse.
Which term describes an unexpected, harmful reaction to a medication that is not related to the drug's known side effects?
Answer: Idiosyncratic reaction
An idiosyncratic reaction is an abnormal, unpredictable response to a drug that differs from the expected pharmacological effect.
When a medication is described as having a 'narrow therapeutic index,' this means:
Answer: There is a small difference between an effective dose and a toxic dose
A narrow therapeutic index means the effective dose and the toxic dose are very close, requiring careful monitoring.
A resident is taking a diuretic medication. Which observation is MOST important to report to the nurse?
Answer: Muscle cramps and weakness
Muscle cramps and weakness can indicate electrolyte imbalance, particularly hypokalemia, which is a serious side effect of many diuretics.
The five rights of medication administration include the right resident, right drug, right dose, right route, and right:
Answer: Time
The fifth right is the right time, ensuring medications are given at the correct scheduled interval for therapeutic effectiveness.