The nurse should have basic knowledge of drug classifications in order to administer medications safely to clients. What drug information is instrumental in determining nursing actions following drug administration?
A) Route of administration
B) Body system affected
C) Adverse affects
D) Protocols
C
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Becoming familiar with classifications of medications helps the nurse to recognize possible adverse effects clients may experience, providing a basis for implementing appropriate nursing actions, should undesirable effects occur. The route of administration, body system involved, and protocols are more important to know before medication administration.
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