chapter 53 Flashcards
1
Q
what form is always necessary for vaccinations and sometimes for other injections?
A
patient consent form
2
Q
how many times do you check a medication before administering?
A
3
3
Q
how long do you monitor a patient after administering medication?
A
10-20 mins
4
Q
what are the 6 rights of medication administration?
A
- right patient
- right drug
- right dose
- right route
- right time
- right documentation
5
Q
what is another name for the injected method?
A
parenteral
6
Q
what are the 2 parts of a syringe?
A
barrel and plunger
7
Q
what size syringe is used for most injections vs TB tests and insulin?
A
most - 3 mL
Tb and insulin - 1 mL
8
Q
what are 2 ways liquid medication can be packaged?
A
- ampule - sealed to keep inside sterile
- vial - rubber diaphragm that can be punctured with a needle
9
Q
what method can you use during intramuscular injection to avoid irritation?
A
Z-track
