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Fundamentals of Nursing Medication Administration Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the nurse's priority action to protect a patient from medication error?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: One step to take to prevent medication errors is to read labels at least 3 times before administering the medication. The nurse should address the family's concerns about medications before administering them. Do not discount their anxieties. The medication administration record should be checked against the patient's hospital identification band; a room number is not an acceptable identifier. Medications should be given when scheduled, and medications with special assessment indications should be separated. Giving medications at one time can cause the patient to aspirate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering oral medications to patients. Which action will the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing medications that require pre-administration assessment in a separate cup serves as a reminder to check before the medication is given, making it easier for the nurse to withhold medication if necessary. Medications should not be removed from their package until they are in the patient's room because this makes identification of the pill easier and reduces contamination. When measuring a liquid, the nurse should use the meniscus level to measure; make sure it is at eye level on a hard surface like a countertop. Enteric coated medications should not be crushed.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been prescribed morphine 8 mg 2-3 hourly PRN for pain. Unit stock of morphine is 10 mg/1 mL. How much morphine should be drawn up for the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: To calculate: 8 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 0.8 mL. Thus, 0.80 mL is the correct volume to draw up for an 8 mg dose from a 10 mg/mL solution.
Question 4 of 5
A person with asthma arrives at the emergency department and is visibly distressed, coughing and with audible wheeze. Why are they prescribed salbutamol (beta-adrenergic agonist)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Salbutamol, a beta-adrenergic agonist, bronchodilates airways, relieving asthma symptoms like wheezing and distress.
Question 5 of 5
When a medication is refilled, you should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All steps—logging, discussing changes, and inspecting—are critical to ensure accurate documentation, resident awareness, and safety upon refill.