Medication Administration Flashcards
1
Q
5 Rights to Passing Meds
A
- Right patient
- Right medication
- Right dose
- Right route
- Right time
2
Q
3 Checks for Passing Meds
A
- Read MAR - then reach for med
- After retrieval, compare med to MAR
- Recheck med to EMR/MAR at bedside prior to admission
3
Q
IM injection
A
Injects into muscle
72-90 degree angle
Need longer needle to reach muscle
4
Q
Subcutaneous injection
A
Injects into fat
45-90 degree angle
Need shorter needle
5
Q
Intradermal Injection
A
Used for TB tests
5-15 degree angle
6
Q
How many mL can we inject at once for intradermal injections?
A
Less than 0.5 mL
No aspiration or massage needed
7
Q
How many mL can we inject at once for subcutaneous injections?
A
1mL MAX
No aspiration or massage needed
