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Absorption, p. 689
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refers to passage of medication molecules into the blood from the site of medication administration.
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Adverse effects, p. 691
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are unintended, undesirable, and often unpredictable severe responses to medication.
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Anaphylactic reactions, p. 691
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which are life threatening, are characterized by sudden constriction of bronchiolar muscles, edema of the pharynx and larynx, and severe wheezing and shortness of breath.
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Biotransformation, p. 690
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occurs under the influence of enzymes
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Buccal, p. 693
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route involves placing the solid medication in the mouth and against the mucous membranes of the cheek until the medication dissolves
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Instillation, p. 695
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fluid into a cavity such as the bladder
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Intraosseous.
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administration involves the infusion of medication directly into the bone marrow.
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Components of a Drug order
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1 Clients name. 2 Date and time written. 3 Medication. 4 Dosage. 5 Route. 6 Frequency. 7 Physicain
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Components of A Drug order
Nurse's Legal Responsibility |
Interpret order accurately
Clarify illegible or uncleear orders Know special conditions/parameters Presence of allergies |
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Four types of medication orders
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Standing
PRN single dose Stat |
