Epi Autoinjector Skill

Question 1

What is the first step in using an epinephrine auto-injector?

Answer 1

BSI & Scene safety

Question 2

What should you determine before administering epinephrine?

Answer 2

Need for Epinephrine

Question 3

What should you inquire about regarding the patient before administration?

Answer 3

Previous doses

Question 4

What must you obtain from the patient before using an auto-injector?

Answer 4

Patient’s auto-injector

Question 5

What should you assure about the injector?

Answer 5

Injector is patient’s

Question 6

What should you check for on the medication?

Answer 6

Expiration date

Question 7

What two conditions should you check the medication for?

Answer 7

• Cloudiness
• Discoloration

Question 8

What should you do if there are no protocols?

Answer 8

Contact medical control

Question 9

What is the next step after removing the safety cap from the injector?

Answer 9

Select appropriate injection site

Question 10

Where is the appropriate injection site located?

Answer 10

Laterally, midway between the knee and hip

Question 11

How long should you push the injector against the site?

Answer 11

10 seconds

Question 12

What must you ensure while activating the injector?

Answer 12

Must activate firmly

Question 13

How should you discard the auto-injector after use?

Answer 13

Into sharps container

Question 14

What should you record after administering the injection?

Answer 14

Time and activity

Question 15

What should you reassess after administering epinephrine?

Answer 15

Respiratory status and patient’s response