Sublingual

SL

ppe
SL
- checks
- physician order
- patient allergies
- and explains procedure
SL
- selects med
- if nitro ask about ED drugs in the last 24-72hrs
SL
- check label for
- correct name
- concentration
- expiration date
SL
- inspects med for
- discoloration
- particles
- humidity damage
SL

prepare correct amount of med
SL

obtains baseline level of pain or other signs/symptoms
SL

asks pt to open mouth and lift tongue
SL

admin med under tongue
SL

instruct pt to close mouth
SL
- monitor pt for
- desired effects or potential complications
SL

reassesses and documents effects of medication

Author

johnnyb0y488

ID

72951

Card Set

Sublingual

Description

lab manual

Updated

2011-03-15T00:21:47Z

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