Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing The Art and Science of Nursing Care

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PART A


a.Capsule
b.Elixir
c.Liniment
d.Lotion
e.Ointment
f.Tablet
g.Pill
h.Powder
i.Solution
j.Suppository
k.Suspension
l.Syrup
m.Enteric coated
PART B


  1. Small, solid dose of medication;
    compressed or molded; may be any size
    or shape, or enteric coated

  2. Powder or gel form of an active drug
    enclosed in a gelatinous container

  3. Medication mixed with alcohol, oil, or
    soap, which is rubbed on the skin

  4. Finely divided, undissolved particles in a
    liquid medium; should be shaken before
    use

  5. Medication in a clear liquid containing
    water, alcohol, sweeteners, and flavoring

  6. An easily melted medication preparation
    in a firm base, such as gelatin, that is
    inserted into the body

  7. Drug particles in a solution for topical
    use

  8. Mixture of a powdered drug with a
    cohesive material; may be round or
    oval

  9. A drug dissolved in another substance

  10. Single drug or mixture of finely ground
    drugs

  11. Medication combined with water and
    sugar solution

  12. Tablet or pill that prevents stomach
    irritation


Match the types of injections listed in Part A
with their injection site listed in Part B.
PART A
a.Subcutaneous injection
b.Intramuscular injection
c.Intradermal injection
d.Intravenous injection
e.Intra-arterial injection
f.Intracardial injection
g.Intraperitoneal injection
h.Intraspinal injection
i.Intraosseous injection
PART B


  1. Corium

  2. Bone

  3. Muscle tissue

  4. Artery

  5. Heart tissue

  6. Vein

  7. Peritoneal cavity

  8. Subcutaneous tissue


SHORT ANSWER
1.List three categories for drug classification.
a.
b.
c.
2.Explain the following processes by which
drugs alter cell physiology.
a.Drug–receptor interactions:

b.Drug–enzyme interactions:

3.Give an example of how the following factors
affect drug action.
a.Developmental stage of patient:

b.Weight:

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