Injections

Question 1

Which syringes are measured in units only?

Answer 1

Insulin

Question 2

Which needle is used for drawing up medication only?

Answer 2

Blunt needles

Question 3

Gauge range for IM injections

Answer 3

22-25G

Question 4

Gauge range for ID injections

Answer 4

26-27G

Question 5

Gauge range for SC injections

Answer 5

25G

Question 6

Reconstitution

Answer 6

adding diluent or solvent to dissolve a powder

Question 7

Which insulin should be drawn first?

a. Clear
b. Cloudy

Answer 7

Clear insulin

Question 8

Examples of ID injections

Answer 8

allergy tests, TB test

Question 9

Examples of SC injections

Answer 9

insulin, heparin, immunization

Question 10

Examples of IM injections

Answer 10

influenza, pneumonia, HPV vaccine

Question 11

What is a common subcutaneous injection site?

Answer 11

abdomen, thighs

Question 12

What are some common IM injection sites?

Answer 12

ventrogluteal, vatus lateralis, deltoid

Question 13

What is the site of choice for infant injections?

Answer 13

Vatus Lateralis (upper thigh)

Question 14

What is the best site for immunization and emergencies?

Answer 14

Deltoid

Question 15

Which site should NOT be used?

Answer 15

dorsogluteal

Question 16

This method is good for injecting highly irritating substance or medications known to stain skin

Answer 16

Z Track Method

Question 17

What are some common causes of needle stick injuries?

Answer 17

a. patient action
b. inappropriate sharps disposal
c. equipment
d. less than ideal work conditions (rushed, crowded, distraction)

Question 18

Do near-misses need to be reported and documented?

Answer 18

Yes