Deck 5: Medication Preparations and Supplies

Question 1

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Gram

A)ac
B)e-Rx
C)gm
D)mg
E)mcg

Answer 1

gm

Question 2

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Electronic medication administration record

A)NPO
B)pc
C)e-MAR
D)VO
E)NS

Answer 2

e-MAR

Question 3

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Intravenous

A)IV
B)lb
C)NG
D)mEq
E)CPOE

Answer 3

IV

Question 4

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Computerized physician order entry

A)IV
B)lb
C)NG
D)mEq
E)CPOE

Question 5

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Microgram

A)ac
B)e-Rx
C)gm
D)mg
E)mcg

Question 6

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
e-prescribing

A)ac
B)e-Rx
C)gm
D)mg
E)mcg

Question 7

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Verbal order

A)NPO
B)pc
C)e-MAR
D)VO
E)NS

Question 8

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Normal saline

A)NPO
B)pc
C)e-MAR
D)VO
E)NS

Question 9

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Pound

A)IV
B)lb
C)NG
D)mEq
E)CPOE

Question 10

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Nothing by mouth

A)NPO
B)pc
C)e-MAR
D)VO
E)NS

Question 11

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Double strength

A)Stat
B)tsp
C)PRN
D)DS
E)tbsp

Question 12

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Milliequivalent

A)IV
B)lb
C)NG
D)mEq
E)CPOE

Question 13

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
After meals

A)NPO
B)pc
C)e-MAR
D)VO
E)NS

Question 14

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
As needed

A)Stat
B)tsp
C)PRN
D)DS
E)tbsp

Question 15

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Immediately and once only

A)Stat
B)tsp
C)PRN
D)DS
E)tbsp

Question 16

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Nasogastric

A)IV
B)lb
C)NG
D)mEq
E)CPOE

Question 17

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Before meals

A)ac
B)e-Rx
C)gm
D)mg
E)mcg

Question 18

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Tablespoon

A)Stat
B)tsp
C)PRN
D)DS
E)tbsp

Question 19

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Milligram

A)ac
B)e-Rx
C)gm
D)mg
E)mcg

Question 20

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Teaspoon

A)Stat
B)tsp
C)PRN
D)DS
E)tbsp

Question 21

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Both eyes

A)OU
B)Q4h
C)kg
D)KVO
E)dc

Question 22

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Keep vein open

A)OU
B)Q4h
C)kg
D)KVO
E)dc

Question 23

Which system of measurement is preferred at the present time?

A) Apothecary system
B) Metric system
C) Household system
D) None of the above.
E) All of the above.

Question 24

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Discontinue

A)OU
B)Q4h
C)kg
D)KVO
E)dc

Question 25

Appropriate patient education for a patient learning how to measure liquid medication includes ______.

A) it is appropriate to use tableware or kitchen utensils to measure medications
B) measuring spoons and clearly marked measuring cups should be used
C) measuring accurately is not important
D) teacups and drinking glasses are accurate measuring utensils

Question 26

Which system of measurement is the least accurate?

A) Apothecary system
B) Metric system
C) Household system
D) None of the above.
E) All of the above.

Question 27

Which is the correct conversion for 75 kg?

A) 150 pounds
B) 34 pounds
C) 165 pounds
D) 37.5 pounds

Question 28

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Kilogram

A)OU
B)Q4h
C)kg
D)KVO
E)dc

Question 29

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Telephone order

A)TO
B)ODT
C)EC
D)bid
E)ER

Question 30

Which system is the original system of measuring medications?

A) Apothecary system
B) Metric system
C) Household system
D) None of the above.
E) All of the above.

Question 31

When taking a TO, is the responsibility of the health care worker to _______.

A) write down the order on scratch paper
B) repeat the name of the drug, dosage, frequency, and route to the physician
C) inform that physician that he or she must write or electronically enter the order
D) check to see if the medication is available

Question 32

All phone orders must (be) _______.

A) taken by a physician
B) read-back for accuracy
C) recorded by an CNA
D) have no special requirements

Question 33

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Orally disintegrating tablet

A)TO
B)ODT
C)EC
D)bid
E)ER

Question 34

Convert 80 kg to pounds.

A) 160 pounds
B) 176 pounds
C) 40 pounds
D) 36.4 pounds

Question 35

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Twice a day

A)TO
B)ODT
C)EC
D)bid
E)ER

Question 36

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Enteric coated

A)TO
B)ODT
C)EC
D)bid
E)ER

Question 37

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Extended release

A)TO
B)ODT
C)EC
D)bid
E)ER

Question 38

An order that reads: "Morphine sulfate 2 mg IV every 2 hours PRN pain" may be given ______.

A) every 2 hours as needed for patient's complaints of pain
B) intramuscularly
C) every 2 hours around the clock
D) whenever the nurse suspects the patient may be having pain

Question 39

Match the abbreviation with the appropriate interpretation.
Every four hours

A)OU
B)Q4h
C)kg
D)KVO
E)dc

Question 40

Who may take verbal orders (VO) or telephone orders (TO)?

A) Registered nurses (RN)
B) Certified medical assistants (CMA)
C) Physicians (MDs)
D) Certified nursing assistants (CNA)
E) Regulations vary by state and agency; frequently only RNs may take TO or VO.

Question 41

An order that reads "Nitrostat 1 tab SL q 5 min $\times$ 3 PRN chest pain" should be interpreted as ______.

A) Nitrostat 1 tablet subcutaneously every 5 minims for 3 minutes as needed for chest pain.
B) Nitrostat 1 tablet suppository every 5 minutes for 3 hours as needed for chest pain.
C) Nitrostat 1 tablet sublingually every 5 minutes, 3 times as needed for chest pain.
D) Nitrostat 1 tablet sublingually every 5 minims for 3 hours as needed for chest pain.

Question 42

Even the smallest error in conversion of a pediatric dose could prove fatal.Provide the correct conversion for a child who weighs 25 pounds to kg.

A) 50 kg
B) 12 kg
C) 55 kg
D) 11.36 kg

Question 43

You are giving medication instructions to a patient who responds, "five milliliters sounds like a lot to swallow at once." What comparison can you accurately give the patient?

A) Five milliliters is about as much as two teaspoons.
B) Five milliliters is about as much as two tablespoons.
C) Five milliliters is about as much as a tablespoon.
D) Five milliliters is about as much as a teaspoon.

Question 44

Considerations to be observed when explaining drug preparation to elderly patients include _____.

A) Possible hearing difficulties
B) Possible visual impairments
C) Inclusion of a family member or care giver
D) Speak slowly and clearly, and offer extra time for comprehension and questions.
E) All of the above.

Question 45

Suppose a prescription is written for a controlled substance such as a narcotic pain medication.What information, in addition to that required on all prescriptions, must be included on the written prescription?

A) The patient's social security number
B) The physician's provider number
C) The physician's DEA number
D) The physician's license number

Question 46

Under what circumstances may a verbal medication order be given?

A) When deemed the most efficient protocol
B) In an emergency
C) On minimally staffed shifts
D) Under the hospital's mandates

Question 47

Edgar is asked to take a telephone order from a physician.He listens carefully, writes down everything the physician says and thanks her before he hangs up the phone.Why is Edgar subsequently reprimanded by his supervisor?

A) He failed to read the order back to the physician.
B) He should have requested a follow-up e-mail confirmation.
C) He should have had the physician repeat the order twice.
D) He failed to ask for the physician's DEA number.

Question 48

Dr.Berry orders blood tests to be done "stat." What does stat mean?

A) As needed
B) Immediately
C) When feasible
D) As requested by the patient

Question 49

It is Connor's first day as a CNA at the nursing home and he is answering the phones on his unit.A physician calls to place a medication order.What should Connor do before he takes it?

A) Make sure to have complete identifying information for the physician
B) Ask someone else to listen in on the conversation to make sure the order is correct
C) Ensure that the physician knows this is his first day as a CNA at the nursing home
D) Determine nursing home policy, and state regulations, as a registered nurse may be required to take medication orders by phone.

Question 50

You take your first telephone order from a doctor on your first day of work at a nursing home.You carefully write out the order for a medication to be given twice a day, using the abbreviation "b.i.d." in the chart.Your supervisor reviews your notes and informs you that periods should not be used with medical abbreviations.What is her reasoning? Periods are redundant and reduce efficiency.

A) Most electronic medical record systems automatically supply the periods.
B) A poorly written period could be mistaken for the number 1 and cause a medication error.
C) The amount of effort taken to use periods in abbreviations outweigh the benefits.
D) Periods are redundant and reduce efficiency.

Question 51

Roxanne is told by her supervisor not to use the abbreviation "SQ." Why?

A) SQ has been replaced by SC.
B) SQ is on the ISMP list of error-prone abbreviations.
C) Medicaid will not reimburse for this route.
D) The use of SQ is a personal decision.

Question 52

Which of the following includes the six parts of a medication order?

A) Medication, date/time, dose, color, patient, directions
B) Medication form (liquid, tablet etc.), dose, route, patient, directions, time
C) Date/time, drug manufacturer, route, patient, dose, directions
D) Date/time, patient, medication, dose, route, directions