Rn Basic Medication Administration Exam

what is patient teaching with Lovenox? {Ans: going home so teach subq injections, rotate sites, sharps disposal}what is drip factor formula? {Ans: (ml/hr) X drip factor and divide all by 60- need drops per MINUTE so divide by 60}when meds create GI irritation (like prednisone) what do we do? {Ans: give with food or milk}when do we give narcan? {Ans: RR is super low- 6-8}what are signs of anaphylaxis {Ans: dyspnea, urticaria, pruritis, BP drops, HR drops}what do we check for during first dose of ACE inhibitors (prils) {Ans: dizziness}which has a longer half life, Lovenox (enoxaparin) or heparin? {Ans: lovenox}monitor with furosemide {Ans: potassium levels (wasting)}what is infiltration What is extravasation what is phlebitis {Ans: 1. infiltration- IV fluid is now in skin bc IV was blocked- swollen, blanches, cool to the touch- elevate arm 2. extravasation- damaging agent to tissue in tissue- chemo 3. phlebitis- irritation of the vein- warm and fluid still in vein}where do you place a trans dermal patch {Ans: back of arm, upper chest, anywhere flat}if patient is receiving continuous pain meds but still experiencing pain what do you do {Ans: give rescue