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IM Medication Administration Procedure
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IM Medication Administration Procedure

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What is the appropriate gauge needle for administering medication via the IM route?

  • 20 gauge
  • 19 gauge
  • 21 gauge (correct)
  • 18 gauge

    • What should be done if blood return is seen during aspiration before administering the medication?

  • Remove the needle and discard it
  • Administer the medication slowly
  • Pick a different site for administration (correct)
  • Continue with the administration at the same site

    • What should be done immediately after administering the medication via the IM route?

  • Apply pressure on the puncture site
  • Cover the needle puncture site (correct)
  • Rub the puncture site vigorously
  • Dispose of the syringe in any designated container

    • How should the skin be prepared before administering medication via the IM route?

    <p>Stretching the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to cleanse the area before administering medication via the IM route?

    <p>Rubbing alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following angles should be used for inserting the needle during IM administration?

    <p>$90°$ angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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