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The administration of vaccinations and toxoids, as well as the various methods for administering medications (e.g., IM, IV, infusion, push, etc.), can be like putting together a puzzle for a coder.

Utilizing the following CDC website [https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/ed/], your textbook, and CPT book, in your own words, discuss the following:

1. Explain the two essential parts of administering medication to a patient.
2. Recall and discuss two methodologies for administering medication and how the method will affect the code assignment.

How will you be graded?



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Final answer:

Administering medication involves dosage determination and route of administration. Methods like IV infusions and oral administration impact code assignments.


Explanation:

Two essential parts of administering medication to a patient:

  1. Dosage: The amount of medication given during a specific time interval.
  2. Route of administration: The method by which the medication is delivered to the patient, like intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), etc.

Two methodologies for administering medication:

  • IV infusions: Offers quick drug entry but may have a short duration of action.
  • Oral administration: Slower absorption but can provide prolonged effects.

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