PREPARATION & ADMINISTRATION OF CONTRAST MEDIA & IV SOLUTIONS

Question 1

I.V. administration of an undiluted drug directly into the systemic circulation

Answer 1

DIRECT IV PUSH

Question 2

Used when a medication cannot be diluted or in an emergency.

Answer 2

DIRECT IV PUSH

Question 3

Introduced directly into a vein by venipuncture or into
anexisting I.V. line

Answer 3

DIRECT IV PUSH

Question 4

TWO (2) MAJOR DISADVANTAGES THIS METHOD OF DRUG ADMINISTRATION

Answer 4

Any error in administration cannot be corrected after
the drug has entered the patient.

Before administering a bolus, you should look up the maximum concentration recommended for the particular drug and the rate of administration.

Question 5

Allow medications to be administered intravenously
without requiring repeated needle sticks or a continuous I.V. infusion.

Answer 5

Intermittent Infusion Devices

Question 6

Needleless are preferred as they reduce the risk of needle stick injuries among health care workers.

Answer 6

Intermittent Infusion Devices

Question 7

With the needle less system, the injection adapter may be affixed at the time of I.V. catheter placement, allowing a close system to be maintained.

Answer 7

Intermittent Infusion Devices