18 Questions
What is the primary purpose of practicing injection safety?
To prevent transmission of pathogens
Why is it unsafe to reuse the same syringe for multiple patients even if the needle is changed?
Changing needles does not guarantee sterility
Which of the following scenarios would be considered a violation of injection safety practices?
Failing to change gloves between patients
What is the significance of the 'nine rights' of injection safety?
They emphasize safe injection practices for healthcare providers
How does unsafe injection practice impact healthcare settings?
It can lead to the transmission of various pathogens
Which statement best describes the concept of 'injection safety'?
Practicing safe techniques to avoid harming individuals during injections
What should be done immediately after withdrawing a loaded syringe and needle from a multi-dose vial?
Administer the injection as soon as possible
What information should be included on the final medication container after reconstitution of a multi-dose vial?
Date and time of preparation
Why is it important to not reuse a syringe even if the needle is changed?
To prevent needlestick injuries
What should be avoided after disinfecting the skin with 60–70% alcohol?
Touching the skin before injection
Why is it not advisable to use bags or bottles of intravenous solution as a common source of supply for multiple patients?
It may lead to medication errors
What should NOT be done with needles before disposal?
Bend, break, manipulate, or manually remove them
What is the best practice for injection safety regarding the reconstitution of a unit of medication or vaccine?
Inspect the packaging and discard if it has been punctured.
According to injection safety guidelines, what should be done with a multi-dose vial if sterility or content is compromised?
Discard it immediately.
When opening an ampoule, what should be used as a barrier to protect fingers in order to maintain hand hygiene?
A clean gauze pad
In injection safety, what is recommended when it comes to using single-dose vials?
Use a single-dose vial for each patient whenever possible.
Regarding skin preparation and disinfection for injections, what should be done before administering medication?
Allow the disinfectant to dry before proceeding with the injection.
What is the recommendation for using mixing syringes when reconstituting medication according to injection safety guidelines?
Use a new mixing syringe for each vial.
Learn about injection safety, the World Health Organization/Safe Injection Global Network (WHO/SIGN) strategies, the nine 'rights' of injection safety, and 'best' practices. Did you know that injections are one of the most common healthcare procedures, with at least 16 billion administered annually in developing and transitional countries?
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