A tablet that is swallowed and travels through the digestive tract before it is absorbed is given by which route?
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Medical Office Assistant · Foundational Medical Knowledge
Medication Routes and Prescription Terminology
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A medication that is placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve is administered by which route?
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A cream or ointment that is spread directly onto the skin is delivered by which route?
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Eye drops are administered by which route?
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Ear drops are administered by which route?
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- Identify common medication routes of administration and describe how each delivers medication to the body.
- Recognize common prescription terminology, abbreviations, and sig (directions) used in medication orders.
- Explain the importance of clarity in medication orders and apply safe practices for flagging and clarifying unclear orders.
Sources & references
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration — Drugs
- National Library of Medicine — DailyMed - Drug Labeling
- Institute for Safe Medication Practices — ISMP - Medication Safety
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