Before Administering a Medication to a Newly Assigned Patient, the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

Before administering a medication to a newly assigned patient, the nurse should determine why the patient is receiving it by checking the:

• A) medication administration record (MAR).
• B) medical history.
• C) laboratory test results.
• D) intake and output record.

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Definitions:

Prenatal Development

Prenatal development refers to the process of growth and development within the womb, from the formation of an embryo to the development of a full-term fetus.

Sex Hormones

Chemical substances produced by the body that regulate the development and function of reproductive organs and secondary sex characteristics.

Testosterone

A primary male sex hormone responsible for the development of male physical characteristics but is also present in females in smaller amounts.

Testes Surgically Removed

The medical procedure of castration, where the testicles are removed, often affecting hormone production and reproductive capabilities.