Exam 1: NSG318 / NSG 318 (Latest
Update 2024 / 2025) Introduction to Pharmacology Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU
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pharmacogenetics
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the study of how genetic variation affects an individual's response to drugs
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ex of genetic considerations for drugs
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opioids are less effective in Caucasians, Asians, and middle eastern descent
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application of pharmacogenetic info
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research- drug discovery and development for genetic variations pharmacogenomics- creation of drugs tailored and adaptable to individuals makeup
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Enteral routes of drug administration
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oral, sublingual, buccal, rectal
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topical routes of medication administration
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otic, ophthalmic, transdermal, vaginal, nasal, inhalation
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- rights of medication administration
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right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time documentation 2 / 4
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must be on drug order
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•Patient name and birth date • Date the order is written • Provider signature or name if an electronic order, T/O, or V/O • Signature of licensed staff who took the T/O or V/O, if applicable • HCPs who wish to prescribe controlled drugs must register with the US Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA); when prescribing controlled substances, the HCP's DEA number must be on the prescription •Drug name and strength • Drug frequency or dose (e.g., once daily) • Route of administration • Duration of administration (e.g., ×7 days, ×3 doses, when applicable) • Number of patient refills • Number of pills to be dispensed • Any special instructions for withholding or adjusting dosage based on nursing assessment, drug effectiveness, or laboratory results
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how many times the drug label is read
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3 at contact with container, before measuring, and before giving 3 / 4
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right route nursing interventions
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ability to swallow, do not crush or mix enteric coated etc, aseptic technique, stay with client after to ensure they took, explain and educate
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RNs responsibility medication administration
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assessment, educate, evaluation, and client right to refuse
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right assessment
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collect baseline data- health hx, allergies, VS, labs
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right to education
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teach client accurate and complete drug info
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