ATI LPN
Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 10th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 9 : Photo Atlas of Drug Administration Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is measuring 4 mL of a liquid cough elixir for a child. Which method is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A calibrated oral syringe ensures accurate measurement of small liquid volumes, preventing dosing errors. Teaspoons and medication cups are less precise, and a syringe without a needle may risk aspiration or parenteral administration.
Question 2 of 5
While the nurse is assisting a patient in taking his medications, the medication cup falls to the floor, spilling the tablets. What is the nurse's best action at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Medications that fall to the floor are contaminated and must be discarded. The nurse should prepare a new dose to ensure safety. The other actions risk administering contaminated medication or delaying treatment.
Question 3 of 5
When giving a buccal medication to a patient, which action by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Buccal medications are placed between the molar teeth and the cheek for absorption. Swallowing, giving water, or placing under the tongue (sublingual) are incorrect for buccal administration.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is giving liquid medications through a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube. Which technique is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For PEG tubes, medications are poured into the syringe barrel with the piston removed, allowing gravity flow to prevent tube damage. A 3-mL syringe is too small, firm pressure is unsafe, and saline flush is incorrect (tap water is used).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is about to give a rectal suppository to a patient. Which technique would facilitate the administration and absorption of the rectal suppository?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positioning the patient on the left side and using a water-soluble lubricant facilitates insertion and absorption of a rectal suppository. The patient should remain on the left side for 15-20 minutes. Petroleum-based lubricants are not used, and breath-holding is not necessary.