A–Z Medication Safety QuizVersión en línea Guess the term for each letter based on pharmacology and nursing safety. por Cambria Felter A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Starts with A Movement of a drug from the administration site into the bloodstream. Starts with B Proportion of administered drug that reaches systemic circulation. Starts with C Situation in which a drug should not be given. Starts with D Spread of drug from circulation to tissues and organs. Starts with E Removal of drug and metabolites from the body, mainly via kidneys. Starts with F Metabolic loss of a drug in the liver after oral administration before reaching circulation. Starts with G Official nonproprietary name used on MARs. Starts with H Medications with greater risk of harm if used incorrectly. Starts with I Delivery of drug as an aerosol to the respiratory tract. Starts with J Central access site considered in central venous catheter care notes. Starts with K Not applicable in this set; placeholder to maintain alphabet alignment. Starts with L Licensed practical nurse; administers medications within scope and reports findings. Starts with M Chemical inactivation of a drug, mainly in the liver. Starts with N Nothing by mouth; status affecting medication administration. Starts with O Route of administration; subject to first-pass and GI factors. Starts with P Four processes: absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion. Starts with Q Process to ensure safety and accuracy in medication administration. Starts with R Pathways by which drugs are given (oral, IV, etc.). Starts with S Memory aid for ensuring correct patient, medication, dose, route, time, and documentation. Starts with T Range of drug concentration that yields desired effect without significant toxicity. Starts with U Precautions and protocols to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Starts with V Glass container with medication for drawing up. Starts with W Disposal of excess controlled substances with a witness. Starts with X Not applicable in this educational set; placeholder for completeness. Starts with Y Patient education involves teach-back to confirm understanding of regimen. Starts with Z Technique used in IM injections to minimize seepage and tissue irritation.
