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drug administration

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Has a local desired effect.   topical  
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Means "intestinal."   enteral  
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Drugs that are generally administered orally.   enteral  
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Drugs that are generally administered via injection.   parenteral  
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Has a systemic effect and is normally swallowed.   enteral  
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Has a systemic effect and is not swallowed.   parenteral  
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A nitroglycerin patch is used to treat cardiac problems and is considered this type of drug administration.   parenteral  
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Through this type of drug administration, the drug is absorbed into the bloodstream through the stomach.   enteral  
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Eye drops are considered this type of drug administration.   topical  
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Ear drops are considered this type of drug administration.   topical  
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suppository   medicine that melts at body temperature  
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auricular   pertaining to the ear  
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intravitreal   inside the eye  
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inhalation   breathed in  
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vasoconstrictor   tightens blood vessels  
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The most common drug administration route is:   enteral  
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The most common enteral route is:   oral  
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The trade name suppository for treating constipation is spelled:   Dulcolax  
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The generic name for a suppository for treating constipation is:   bisacodyl  
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A common suppository ingredient is:   glycerin  
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LA   long-acting  
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CR   controlled-release  
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ER   extended-release  
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PA   prolonged-acting  
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SR   sustained-release  
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sublingual   under the tongue  
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permeable   can be penetrated  
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buprenorphine   a narcotic  
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propranolol   for treatment of high blood pressure  
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buccal   in the cheek  
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The patient was instructed to place the tablet under the lip, just above the teeth. This is an example of _____ administration.   buccal  
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It is possible for the tongue and cheek to be used as drug administration routes because the mucosa is _____.   permeable  
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A brand name drug used to treat ulcers and assist with the onset of labor is _____.   Cytotec  
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A generic drug used to treat ulcers and assist with the onset of labor is _____.   misoprostol  
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A spray administered under the tongue to alleviate nausea is an example of a _____ administration.   sublingual  
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A generic drug used to eliminate bacteria is _____.   metronidazole  
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A brand name drug used to eliminate bacteria is _____.   Flagyl  
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Dilating the blood vessels can treat symptoms of angina, or chest pain. A generic drug that does this is _____.   isosorbide  
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nitrous oxide   laughing gas  
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general anesthesia   unconsciousness  
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inhalation   breathed in  
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insufflation   blowing in  
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endotracheal tube   catheter in the trachea  
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anesthesiologist   a doctor who specializes in surgical pain control  
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Usually refers to the administration of anesthesia drugs.   inhalation  
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Usually refers to drugs being "snorted."   insufflation  
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The brand name of a potent inhalational anesthetic.   Suprane  
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Also called laughing gas. An anesthetic drug which is milder, causing forgetfulness and relaxation.   nitrous oxide  
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A tube inserted into the trachea to provide or maintain an airway and allow inhalational anesthesia.   endotracheal tube  
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bolus   single, large dose  
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PICC   peripherally inserted central catheter  
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IV   intravenous  
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gauge   needle diameter  
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TPN   total parenteral nutrition  
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syringe   a small device for injecting fluids  
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A drug administered slowly over time.   intravenous drip  
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A drug administered all at once.   bolus  
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Which of the following is NOT a portal for the administration of intravenous drugs.   total parenteral nutrition  
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A _____ has the advantage of injecting the drug directly into the heart.   central IV line  
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A _____ is inserted into a peripheral vein and then threaded to the superior vena cava or right atrium.   PICC  
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Of the following, which needle gauge represents the smallest diameter of needle?   22 gauge  
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intrathecal   in the spinal canal  
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IM   intramuscular  
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subcutaneous   through the skin  
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insulin   diabetes medication  
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epidural   type of regional spinal anesthesia  
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Subcu or subq are both acceptable ways to represent what type of administration route?   subcutaneous  
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Refers to a needle injection directly into a muscle.   intramuscular  
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Refers to a needle injection directly into a vein.   intravenous  
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Requires a short, large gauge needle.   subcutaneous  
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Requires a long, small gauge needle.   intramuscular  
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diffused   spread, dispersed  
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nitroglycerin   heart medication  
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transdermal   through the skin  
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extracorporeal   outside of the body  
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fentanyl   a narcotic  
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Drugs can be administered entirely outside of the   body  
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Nicotine patches put doses of real nicotine into the   blood.  
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Atrovent   used to prevent wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease  
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Afrin   Decongestant.  
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Monistat   Antifungal.  
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barium enema   Contrast medium.  
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Neosporin   Antibiotic.  
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Benzocaine   Local anesthetic.  
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beclomethasone   Corticosteroid  
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TobraDex   Combination antibiotic and corticosteroid.  
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potassium chloride   Salt water solution in Visine.  
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Mydriacyl   Anticholinergic.  
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nasogastric tube   Tube passing from the nose to the stomach.  
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Dulcolax   Suppository to treat constipation.  
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PEG   Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.  
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Gastrostomy   Surgical opening of the stomach.  
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G-tube   Gastric feeding tube.  
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Entex LA   cold medicine. It contains a decongestant and an expectorant.  
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Inderal LA   This is what is known as a beta blocker. It affects the heart and can be used to help with chest pain, prevent heart attacks, or treat other circulatory system problems.  
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Wellbutrin SR   An antidepressant. It works on the brain to help with, well, depression.  
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Bontril SR   An appetite suppressant. This is used for obesity and helps patients lose weight by decreasing their appetite.  
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Nalex CR   Also a cold medicine. In fact, it contains the same generic medicine as Entex LA.  
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Nu-Nifedipine-PA   A calcium channel blocker, used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain.  
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Ultram ER   For pain management, especially those with moderate to severe pain that requires a long treatment period. Can be addictive. The extended-release (ER) version is used when around-the-clock management is required.  
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Depakote ER   This is both an anticonvulsant and a mood-stabilizing drug. It is used for treatment of bipolar disorder, epilepsy, and migraines.  
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