When a Medication Is Ordered Orally, It Is Acceptable for the Health

question 9

True/False

When a medication is ordered orally, it is acceptable for the health care professional to substitute another route of administration (e.g., IM or IV) if the patient is unable to eat or drink.

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Definitions:

Myocardial Infarction

A medical condition commonly known as a heart attack, occurring when blood flow to the heart muscle is abruptly cut off, causing tissue damage.

Left Coronary Artery

The artery that supplies blood to the left side of the heart, critical for providing oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.

Peripheral Edema

Peripheral edema is the swelling of tissues, usually in the lower limbs, due to the accumulation of fluid, often indicating underlying health conditions.

Jugular Vein

A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart; often observed in medical assessments for signs of heart failure.