In: Nursing
1.For each of the administration routes listed, outline the procedures to administer, and the consequences of incorrect use:
Route |
Procedure |
Consequences of incorrect use |
Aural |
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Insulin by sub-cutaneous injection using pre-loaded syringes or pens |
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Intranasal (Dropper) |
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Intranasal (Spray) |
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Ocular (drops) |
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Ocular (Ointment) |
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Oral (pills / capsules) via Blister Pack and Bottle |
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Oral (liquid) |
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Oral (nebuliser) |
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Oral (metered dose inhaler) |
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Oral (dry powder inhaler) |
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Oral (Sublingual & Buccal) |
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Rectal |
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Topical (creams, lotions, powders, paints) |
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Topical (transdermal patch) |
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Vaginal |
2.
the Registered Nurse on duty is busy and has asked you to give Mrs Jones her Endone tablets as she is in pain. Additionally, the RN also asks you to give Mrs Jones a suppository as she is suffering from constipation. |
1.Are you able to give Mrs Jones her medication? Explain your answer
2.List three place you can find information if you are unsure of what your role, responsibilities and limitations are? 3.What are the five responsibilities you have as a care worker when administering medication?
Answer will be in the order of Route of adminstration-procedure-problems.
2.Yes I can.
Suppository should inserts into rectum for relieve constipation..
By lying Patient by side.move one leg upward by folding.insert the nedicine.
3.Responsibilities of health care support workers: