injections study guide

Question 1

What does AIDET stand for?

Answer 1

Acknowledge Introduce Duration Explain Thank you

Question 2

What are the three checks a nurse uses before administering medication?

Answer 2

1.When reaching for unit does package or containers 2.After retrieval from drawer and comparing with MAR 3.Before giving med to patient or returning medication to cart

Question 3

What are the 5 rights for safe med administration and the 2 extra rights?

Answer 3

1.Right Medication 2.Right Patient 3.Right Dose 4.Right Route 5.Right Time + 6.Right reason 7.Right Documentation

Question 4

What are the 6 possible patient identifiers

Answer 4

Name Photograph Birthday Medical Record Number Barcode ID number

Question 5

What are the 4 main areas where subcutaneous injections ca be given?

Answer 5

1. The outer aspect of the arm 2. The abdomen between the lower coastal line and the pelvic arch 3. The anterior thigh 4. Upper ventral/dorsal-gluteal areas

Question 6

What are the three recommended sites for IM injections?

Answer 6

1. Deltoid 2. Ventrogluteal 3. vastas Lateralis

Question 7

Which site is recommended for vaccines for adults and children who are walking?

Answer 7

Deltoid

Question 8

Which site is recommended for vaccines administered to infants?

Answer 8

Vastas Lateralis

Question 9

Which site is recommended for viscous or oily medications in adults?

Answer 9

Ventrogluteal

Question 10

Why is the Z-track technique recommended for intramuscular injections?

Answer 10

Avoids leak back of medication Along needle track

Question 11

Give 2 examples of when Z-track technique is recommended

Answer 11

1. When giving Iron, to avoid discoloration 2. When PT is receiving injections over extended periods

Question 12

What type of tissue does a subcutaneous injection get administered into?

Answer 12

Adipose

Question 13

What insertion angle is used for subcutaneous injection?

Answer 13

45-90 degrees

Question 14

What are 2 popular medications administered via subcutaneous injection?

Answer 14

1.Insulin 2. Heparin

Question 15

Between what layers of the skin do intradermal injections go?

Answer 15

The Epidermis and the Dermis

Question 16

What insertion angle is used for intradermal injection?

Answer 16

5-15

Question 17

List 3 uses for intradermal injection

Answer 17

1.Tuberculin 2. Allergy Tests 3. Local Anesthesia

Question 18

What are 4 techniques for reducing discomfort from injections?

Answer 18

1. Z track 2. Pressing on injection site prior to injection 3. Not telling the Patient the moment you plan to inject 4. Distracting the patient

Question 19

What is a PRN order?

Answer 19

As needed

Question 20

What is a standing order?

Answer 20

Pre-approved actions that can be carried out by the nurse without contacting provider

Question 21

What is a one time order?

Answer 21

To be given once at the specified time and by the specified route

Question 22

What is a stat order?

Answer 22

To be given immediately

Question 23

What equipment is needed for administration of an injection for a client who has no transmission based precautions? 6

Answer 23

1. PPE 2. Medication 3. Syringe 4. Antimicrobial Scrub 5. Gauze 6. MAR

Question 24

Know the parts of the syringe as described in your textbook. 9

Answer 24

Plunger, Barrel, Needle, Shaft, Lumen, Bevel, Threads for Luer Lock, Needle Hub, Safety guard