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WorksheetsPharm (Chap 4 & 12) Quiz
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 50mins
The parenteral route involves breaking through the skin's protective covering, which increases the risk of
pain
fear
infection
inflammation
Which term describes how an insulin syringe is calibrated?
millimeters
units
minims
milligrams
Which statement describes how a tuberculin syringe is calibrated?
cubic centimeters
tenths of cubic centimeters
hundredths of cubic centimeters
thousandths of cubic cenitmeters
Which gauge needle would be used to administer an aqueous medication?
19G
20G
21G
22G
The most common route of exposure to a blood-borne disease is the result of
a cut by broken glassware.
a needlestick injury.
soiled medical equipment.
an accidental spraying by blood or body fluids.
Which statement best describes the proper technique to use when withdrawing a dose of medication from a vial?
Inspect the container to see if there is any medication in the top portion.
Carefully break the neck of the container at the score line.
Add a filter needle to the syringe before withdrawing.
Inject an amount of air equal to the amount of medication you are withdrawing.
The process of adding liquid to a medication that has been stored in powdered form is called
liquification
suspension
reconstitution
dissolution
The proper way to dissolve a reconstituted medication completely is by
shaking the vial.
placing the vial on a countertop and wait 10 minutes.
rolling the vial between your hands.
rapidly inverting the vial.
Which statement describes how to mix different types of insulin in a syringe?
Withdraw the long-acting type, then the fast-acting.
Withdraw the long-acting type, then the clear.
Withdraw the fast-acting type, then the long-acting.
Never mix long-acting and fast-acting insulin.
The inner lower arm, upper chest, and back are sites that can be used when using the __________ route to administer an injection.
intramuscular
intradermal
subcutaneous
intravenous
Which angle(s) should be used when administering an intradermal injection?
100°–110°
20°–40°
45º–90º
5º–15º
The correct position of the bevel of the needle when performing an intradermal injection is
bevel left
bevel right
bevel down
bevel up
An injection performed using the fatty tissues on the outer upper arm, the front of the thigh, the abdomen, and the upper back below the shoulder blades is called
subcutaneous
intradermal
intravenous
intramuscular
What is the preferred site for intramuscular injections in infants and children?
dorsogluteal sites
ventrogluteal sites
deltoid site
vastus lateralis muscle
When administering an intramuscular injection, what is the correct needle angle?
5–15°
45°
45-90°
90°
The process of pulling back slightly on the plunger of a syringe while administering an injection is referred to as
plunging
injecting
drawing
aspirating
Which statement describes why the healthcare worker must aspirate before administering an injection?
to follow OSHA guidelines
to decrease the amount of pain that the patient experiences
as a safety check to make sure the needle has not entered a blood vessel
to maintain asepsis
Which statement describes the proper procedure to follow if blood is visible in the plunger when aspiration is performed?
Immediately remove the needle.
Discard the syringe into a sharps container.
Repeat the procedure.
All answers are correct.
Which statement describes the information that must be charted after administering medications?
the specific parenteral route
the location of the injection
patient reaction
all answers are correct.
Which type of injections involve the use of site rotation to prevent tissue damage from repeated injections?
intradermal and subcutaneous
intradermal and intramuscular
intramuscular and subcutaneous
insulin and tuberculin
Which of the following will best prevent medication tracking when administering an intramuscular injection?
Using the Z-track method
Injecting the medication quickly
Advising the patient to wear restrictive clothing at the injection site
Massaging the site after administration
Which term describes the administration of fluids, medications, electrolytes, blood, or even nutrients through a vein?
intramuscular therapy
intradermal therapy
intravenous therapy
subcutaneous therapy
Which term describes redness, warmth, and discomfort along the vein that may result from prolonged use of the same vein?
local infiltration
pyrogenic reaction
thrombophlebitis
phlebitis
Which term describes edema at the IV site and a significant slowing or complete stoppage of the intravenous flow that may be caused by a dislodging of the IV needle from the vein?
local infiltration
pyrogenic reaction
thrombophlebitis
phlebitis
Difficulty swallowing is known as
stomatitis.
dysphagia.
dyspepsia
gastritis
Which condition could cause patients to avoid hard-to-chew fibrous foods that would help keep their bowel movements regular?
peptic ulcer disease
gastritis
tooth and gum disorders
Crohn's disease
Consuming coffee, alcohol, or tobacco may cause a person to experience
hepatitis.
peptic ulcer disease.
stomatitis.
gastritis.
Excessive secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCl) may result in which condition?
gastritis
peptic ulcer disease
inflammatory bowel disease
ulcerative colitis
The presence of HCl in the stomach is neutralized by which drug classification?
anticholinergics
histamine H2-receptor antagonists
antacids
astringents
Which category of drugs inhibit gastric acid secretion?
antacids
antispasmodics
histamine H2-receptor antagonists
antiemetics
Which term is used to describe a yellowing of the skin that is a symptom of liver disease?
cirrhosis
melanosis
jaundice
dermatitis
A chronic, progressive disease of the liver characterized by degeneration and destruction of liver cells is which of the following?
jaundice
Crohn's disease
hepatitis
cirrhosis
Which condition could present with symptoms such as fever, vomiting, jaundice, and pain in the upper right quadrant?
hepatitis
Crohn's disease
gallbladder disease
ulcerative colitis
Which category of drug aids in digestion by replacing digestive enzymes that are missing due to diseases such as stomach cancer, pernicious anemia, or pancreatitis?
antispasmodic
digestant
anticholinergic
antiemetic
A disease of the colon and rectum characterized by inflammation and ulceration with alternating periods of remissions and exacerbations is which condition?
Crohn's disease
peritonitis
ulcerative colitis
irritable bowel syndrome
Which condition is caused by straining during bowel movements, heavy lifting, and prolonged sitting and standing?
irritable bowel syndrome
diverticulosis
hemorrhoids
tumors
A drug that suppresses nausea and vomiting by acting on the brain's control center to stop nerve impulses belongs to which drug category?
anticholinergics
antiemetics
antihelmintics
astringents
Defecation is promoted through the use of which drug classification?
emetics
digestives
laxatives
astringents
Which of the following should be taken with bulk-forming (high-fiber) laxatives to prevent constipation and possible fecal impaction?
food
grapefruit juice
water
milk
An intestinal infestation of worms can be treated with which category of drugs?
antiemetic
anticholinergic
astringent
antihelmintic
Weight-loss medications may cause which side effect?
loss of fat-soluble vitamins
hypotension
blood in the stool
stomatitis
Which category of drugs do Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, and Imodium-AD belong?
antidiarrheals
laxatives
emetics
antiseptics
Which category of drugs do Metamucil, Dulcolax, and Senokot-S-S belong?
antidiarrheals
laxatives
emetics
antiseptics
Physical measures like eating a high-fiber diet, drinking 1500 to 2000 mL of fluids daily, and increasing physical activity are used in combination with drug therapy to treat
diarrhea
helminthiasis.
vomiting
constipation.
Physical measures like following a bland diet and eliminating substances such as tobacco, coffee, and alcohol should be used in combination with drug therapy to treat which condition?
diarrhea
ulcers
vomiting
constipation
Which may be ordered if a patient is unconscious or cannot take oral medication, or is nauseated, has a fever, or is in pain?
astringent
endoscope
suppository
gastrostomy tube
Which medication should never be crushed when administering medication through a nasogastric or gastrostomy tube?
buccal or sublingual tablets
time-release capsule
enteric-coated tablets
all answers are correct
Which condition can be treated with rest, a high-fiber diet, antibiotics, and a bulk laxative such as Metamucil?
Crohn's disease
diverticulosis
hemorrhoids
diarrhea
Which drug classification is indicated to treat motion sickness, morning sickness, and nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy?
antiemetics
anticholinergics
proton pump inhibitors
antacids
Which medication is an example of an antidiarrheal?
Imodium-AD
Metamucil
Colace
Ducolax
