A nurse is administering several medications via a client's gastrostomy tube. At which of the following times should the nurse flush with water? (Select all that apply.)

Prior to administering medications

After each medication

After giving multiple medications

Before aspirating gastric contents

After administering a sublingual medication

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C

A. Flushing with water before administering medications helps ensure the tube is clear and free from residual medications.
B. Flushing after each medication ensures the medication is delivered completely into the stomach and minimizes drug interactions.
C. Flushing after giving multiple medications helps clear the tube and prevents potential interactions between different medications.
D. Flushing before aspirating gastric contents helps ensure accurate assessment and prevents contamination of samples.
E. Flushing after administering a sublingual medication is not necessary for a gastrostomy tube, as it is specific to oral medication administration.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Filling out an incident report is necessary but should not be the first action after administering the wrong medication.
B. Notifying the charge nurse is important, but assessing the client's immediate condition takes priority.
C. Checking the client's vital signs is the first action to assess for any adverse effects from the wrong medication and determine the next steps in care.
D. Documenting the client's condition is important but should occur after assessing the client's vital signs and addressing immediate needs.

A. The medication will prevent wheezing B. The medication will decrease coughing episodes. C. The medication will reduce inflammation. D. The medication will increase the amount of mucus. E. The medication will open the airways.

Correct Answer is ["A","B","E"]

Explanation

A. Albuterol, a bronchodilator, helps prevent wheezing by relaxing the smooth muscles around the airways, allowing easier airflow.
B. Albuterol can decrease coughing episodes by improving airflow and reducing airway irritation.
C. Albuterol primarily affects bronchodilation rather than directly reducing inflammation in asthma.
D. Albuterol does not increase mucus production; instead, it helps in clearing mucus by improving airway clearance.
E. Albuterol opens the airways by relaxing bronchial smooth muscles, making breathing easier and more effective.

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