Phamacology Flashcards
1
Q
common med errors (4)
A
took med twice
wrong med
wrong dose
missed dose
2
Q
common causes of med errors (2)
A
not understanding med label
not understanding how to give med
3
Q
which factors influence pediatric drug administration (5)
A
body size & anatomy body water > body fat decreased gastric acid secretion thin skin immature liver & kidney
4
Q
which IM site is not recommended
A
dorsogluteal
5
Q
what volume dose can be given in the vastus lateralis
A
0.5 - 2.0 mL
6
Q
which size needle should be used in the vastus lateralis
A
5/8 - 1 inch
7
Q
which size needle should be used in the deltoid
A
1/2 - 1 inch
8
Q
what volume dose can be given in the deltoid
A
0.5 - 1.0 mL
9
Q
at which age can the ventrogluteal site be used for injections
A
7 months
