16 Questions
What is the correct way to hold the ampule during the process of withdrawing medication?
Hold the ampule upright on a flat surface
What should you do with the plunger while withdrawing fluid into the syringe?
Touch the plunger at the knob only
What should you do after withdrawing fluid into the syringe?
Tap the syringe and expel the air carefully
What should you do with the needle after withdrawing fluid into the syringe?
Withdraw the needle and engage the safety guard
What should you do with the ampule after withdrawing the medication?
Discard the ampule in a suitable container
What is the final step before administering the medication?
Proceed with administration
What should you do before leaving the medication cart?
Lock the medication cart
What is the importance of rechecking the label with the CMAR/MAR?
To ensure the correct medication dose
What is the primary goal of removing medication from an ampule?
To remove the proper dose of medication in a sterile manner
Why is it necessary to check the patient's chart for allergies?
To prevent adverse reactions to the medication
What is the purpose of scanning the bar code on the medication package?
To ensure the correct medication is selected for the patient
Why is it necessary to perform hand hygiene before administering medication?
To prevent the spread of infection
What is the purpose of attaching a filter needle to the syringe?
To filter out any glass shards or particles from the medication
Why is it necessary to tap the stem of the ampule or twist the wrist quickly while holding the ampule vertically?
To position the ampule for safe removal of the medication
How much more medication should be withdrawn from the ampule than the amount ordered?
30% more
Why is it necessary to wrap a small gauze pad around the neck of the ampule?
To protect the hands from glass shards
Assess your skills in removing medication from an ampule in a sterile manner. This quiz is part of the Fundamentals of Nursing, 7th edition.
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