MATERIALS-ON-PHARMACOTHERAPY.pdf

MATERIALS ON I. Sharp disposal container: where sharps like lancet, needles, IV spike, ampules are disposed -...

MATERIALS ON I. Sharp disposal container: where sharps like lancet, needles, IV spike, ampules are disposed - Cover must be tight fitting PHARMACOTHERAPY - Stands upright and stable - Properly labeled (hazard) A. Syringe: - Puncture resistant - Leak resistant Types of syringe: J. Parts of IV 1. Prefilled Syringes: These come preloaded with a specific dose of medication, making them convenient and reducing the risk of dosage errors 2. Insulin Syringes: Specifically designed for administering insulin, these syringes are typically smaller and have finer needles to minimize discomfort 3. Auto-Disable Syringes: These are designed to prevent reuse, which helps reduce the risk of infection and contamination 4. Safety Needles: These needles have mechanisms to prevent accidental needle sticks, enhancing safety for healthcare providers 5. Safety Syringes: Similar to safety needles, these syringes have features to protect against accidental K. Infusion pump: controls the rate of infusion needle sticks and are often used in settings where needle safety is a priority L. Mortar and pestle: pulverized tablets for NGT Mortar: bowl Syringe sizes: ml or cc DO NOT CRUSH drugs that are coated Needle gauge: M. Parts of Nebulizer COLOR SIZE USE Intradermal While 27g injection Pink 26 g Subcutaneous Purple 24 g IM and IV Light blue 23g Rapid IV Grey 22g Intradermal Yellow 20g injection Green 21g Subcutaneous 18 - 22: for aspirating viscous liquid (oil, serum, etc.) 27-23: for normal use The higher the gauge, the smaller the lumen and shaft Luer Lock: B. Medicine cup: Up to 30 ml Used to put solid (tablet) on liquid (syrup) medication Alternatives: tablespoon on teaspoon For babies use dropper (at the corner of the mouth Conversion: Measurement Equivalent 1 teaspoon (tsp) 5 milliliters (ml) 1 tablespoon (tbsp) 15 milliliters (ml) 1 tablespoon (tbsp) 3 teaspoons (tsp) 1 ounce (oz) 30 milliliters (ml) 1 pound (lb) 0.45 kilograms (kg) 1 kilogram (kg) 2.2 pounds (lb) 1 Drop 0.05 milliliters (ml) C. Cup of glass of water D. Aspirating needle: prevent dullness while aspirating solution in vials and discomfort. E. Cotton balls: used for disinfecting and covering the injected site. Disinfect the vial cover first before aspirating F. Stopcock: used to connect two or more lines in the IV Can be 2 way or 3 way G. Pill cutter or ampule breaker: comes in different forms: wall mounted and head breaker H. Medication tray: this is where to put and prepare the medication and materials before administering it the patient CONTENTS: Medication card Drug (tablet, capsule, syringe, or cup) Cotton ball (for disinfecting) Tape for securing the cotton ball And other necessary equipment Materials are prepared at nurse station MEDICATION CARD COLORS (SLU based) White Oral Blue Treatment Yellow IV pink Stat