Question 1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for the '3 checks' when administering oral medication according to the practicum guidelines?

Accepted Answer

1st check: When first pulling medication from med cart, check with MAR; 2nd check: When about to pour or pull med up; 3rd check: At patient's bedside before administering

Question 2

A patient is prescribed digoxin. According to the practicum, what assessment must be completed prior to administration, and what is the minimum value required?

Accepted Answer

Check apical pulse; must be greater than 60 bpm

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the '11 patient rights' of medication administration as outlined in the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Right patient, medication, dose, route, time, reason, documentation, assessment, refusal, education, response

Question 4

A nurse is preparing to administer a parenteral medication. Which of the following steps is NOT part of the correct technique for drawing up medication from a vial for an intradermal injection?

Accepted Answer

Hold the vial on the table while pulling back the medication

Question 5

When administering medication, which two patient identifiers are considered acceptable according to the practicum guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Patient's name and date of birth

Question 6

A student nurse is about to administer a medication and notices the patient has a documented allergy to penicillin. What is the most appropriate action according to the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Hold the medication and notify the instructor or provider immediately

Question 7

Which of the following is the correct needle gauge and length for an intradermal injection as described in the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Gauge: 25-27, Length: 1/2-1 in

Question 8

A nurse must document the administration of medication immediately after giving it. According to the practicum, what is the correct documentation procedure?

Accepted Answer

Sign off on the paper in each box next to each medication immediately after administration

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the correct technique for intradermal injection as outlined in the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Pull skin taut, insert needle at 15°, create a wheal, and do not massage

Question 10

A patient is unable to sit upright for oral medication administration. According to the practicum, what is the next best position to assist the patient into?

Accepted Answer

Lateral position

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the 11 rights of medication administration?

Accepted Answer

Right consent

Question 12

A nurse is preparing to administer a medication and must check for potential drug interactions. According to the practicum, where should this information be found?

Accepted Answer

In the medication information on Medscape

Question 13

If a patient refuses a medication, which of the following is the most appropriate action according to the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the provider

Question 14

Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating the dosage of a medication to administer if the order is for 250 mg and the available tablet is 125 mg per tablet?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Number of tablets} = \frac{	ext{Desired dose}}{	ext{Dose per tablet}} = \frac{250\ 	ext{mg}}{125\ 	ext{mg/tablet}}$$

Question 15

A nurse is preparing to administer a medication and must ensure the correct patient. Which of the following is the best method to verify patient identity?

Accepted Answer

Ask the patient to state their name and date of birth

Question 16

Which of the following is a critical step after administering medication to a patient, according to the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Evaluate the patient's response to the medication

Question 17

A nurse is preparing to administer an intradermal injection. Which anatomical sites are appropriate for this injection according to the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Inner forearm, upper back, upper scapula

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the correct order of steps for oral medication administration as outlined in the practicum?

Accepted Answer

Check MAR, perform 3 checks, assess patient, administer medication, document, evaluate response

Medication Administration Practicum: Study Notes for Nursing Students

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