Identification should include
- matching the color of a top with the name and purpose of a medication
- applying the appropriate medication to a given situation based on tolerance, toxicity, stability, penetration, and sterility requirements
- identifying the effects and duration of medications.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the five rights for administering medication?
- What types of medication cannot be used together?
- What is the proper order for the application of topical medications?
- When should a medication be discarded?