About NCLEX-RN 4B. Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies is a critical component of the NCLEX-RN exam, focusing on the nurse’s role in administering medications and providing parenteral therapies. This area encompasses a wide range of skills, including:
- Medication Administration: Safely administering medications via various routes, including oral, topical, parenteral, and inhalation.
- Pharmacology: Understanding the principles of pharmacology, including drug actions, side effects, and contraindications.
- Parenteral Therapy: Administering intravenous fluids and medications, including peripheral and central line insertion and management.
- Blood Product Administration: Administering blood and blood products, including monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN): Initiating and managing TPN therapy.
By mastering these concepts, you’ll be well-prepared to provide safe and effective medication administration and parenteral therapy to patients.