Administering Medication via IO Route
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What is the first step in administering medication via the io route?

  • Check for the five rights of medication administration
  • Cleanse The Hub using alcohol prep (correct)
  • Explain the procedure to the patient
  • Secure the int and commercial securing device
  • Why is it important to follow antiseptic technique when administering medication via the io route?

  • To speed up the medication administration process
  • To prevent infection and ensure safety for the patient (correct)
  • To reduce the cost of medication administration
  • To ensure the patient is ready for the procedure
  • What should be done if a needleless system is not available for administering medication via the io route?

  • Use a direct twist Hub to administer the medication
  • Unclamp the medication and administer it directly
  • Administer the medication via needle and then flush with 20 CC (correct)
  • Secure the int and commercial securing device
  • When administering medication via IO, what should be monitored in the patient?

    <p>Any condition change post-administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of flushing with 20 CC after administering medication via IO?

    <p>To ensure the medication is fully administered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with the needle after administering medication via IO?

    <p>Sharps your needle into the appropriate container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked before administering medication via IO?

    <p>Five rights of medication administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to secure the int and commercial securing device before administering medication via IO?

    <p>To prevent dislodgement during administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of alcohol prep in administering medication via IO?

    <p>As an antiseptic to clean The Hub before administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if there is a need to inject medication via needle during IO administration?

    <p>Flush with 20 CC before injecting</p> Signup and view all the answers

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