Question 1

When a U-100 syringe is used, 100 units of insulin is equivalent to:

Accepted Answer

A)  5 mL 
B)  1 mL 
C)  0.5 mL 
D)  100 mL 
A)  5 mL 
B)  1 mL 
C)  0.5 mL 
D)  100 mL B

Question 2

Nondisposable syringes are most often used for all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  thoracentesis 
B)  tracheotomy 
C)  IM injections 
D)  paracentesis 
A)  thoracentesis 
B)  tracheotomy 
C)  IM injections 
D)  paracentesis C

Question 3

A 1-mL syringe is used for:

Accepted Answer

A)  irrigating wounds 
B)  venipuncture 
C)  allergy testing 
D)  IM injections 
A)  irrigating wounds 
B)  venipuncture 
C)  allergy testing 
D)  IM injections C

Question 4

Injections into the deltoid muscle should not exceed:

Accepted Answer

A)  1 mL 
B)  5 mL 
C)  2 mL 
D)  3 mL 
A)  1 mL 
B)  5 mL 
C)  2 mL 
D)  3 mL

Question 5

Subcutaneous injections should not exceed:

Accepted Answer

A)  1 mL 
B)  2 mL 
C)  3 mL 
D)  4 mL 
A)  1 mL 
B)  2 mL 
C)  3 mL 
D)  4 mL

Question 6

The state of being free from living microorganisms is referred to as sanitized.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The part of the needle that attaches to the syringe is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  bevel 
B)  shaft 
C)  hilt 
D)  hub 
A)  bevel 
B)  shaft 
C)  hilt 
D)  hub

Question 8

When aspirating medication from a vial, you should do all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  check the "6 Rights" 
B)  apply gloves 
C)  inject a quantity of air equal to the amount of medication you are withdrawing 
D)  keep the tip of the needle above the surface of the liquid 
A)  check the "6 Rights" 
B)  apply gloves 
C)  inject a quantity of air equal to the amount of medication you are withdrawing 
D)  keep the tip of the needle above the surface of the liquid

Question 9

Which of the following must be done when withdrawing medication from an ampule?

Accepted Answer

A)  Flick the ampule to release any medication that may be trapped in the neck. 
B)  Disinfect the neck with an alcohol swab. 
C)  Snap off the top of the ampule while surrounding it with gauze. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  Flick the ampule to release any medication that may be trapped in the neck. 
B)  Disinfect the neck with an alcohol swab. 
C)  Snap off the top of the ampule while surrounding it with gauze. 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 10

Thick, oily medications require a needle with a lumen of:

Accepted Answer

A)  27-24 G 
B)  21-16 G 
C)  14-12 G 
D)  24-20 G 
A)  27-24 G 
B)  21-16 G 
C)  14-12 G 
D)  24-20 G

Question 11

The parts of a syringe that must remain sterile are:

Accepted Answer

A)  the inside of the barrel 
B)  the syringe tip to which the needle is attached 
C)  the section of the plunger that fits inside the barrel 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  the inside of the barrel 
B)  the syringe tip to which the needle is attached 
C)  the section of the plunger that fits inside the barrel 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 12

Place the steps for loading and unloading a Tubex injector in the correct order.

Accepted Answer

A)  Turn ribbed collar to "open" position until it stops. 
B)  Turn ribbed collar to "close" arrow. 
C)  Inject medication. 
D)  Insert sterile cartridge-needle unit. 
E)  Put on gloves.
F) Thread plunger rod into plunger of cartridge.
G) Verify physician's order.
H) Perform medical asepsis hand wash.
I) Disengage plunger rod.
J) Dispose of used equipment properly. 
A)  Turn ribbed collar to "open" position until it stops. 
B)  Turn ribbed collar to "close" arrow. 
C)  Inject medication. 
D)  Insert sterile cartridge-needle unit. 
E)  Put on gloves.
F) Thread plunger rod into plunger of cartridge.
G) Verify physician's order.
H) Perform medical asepsis hand wash.
I) Disengage plunger rod.
J) Dispose of used equipment properly.

Question 13

When preparing a sterile needle-syringe unit, you should do all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  turn the hub of the needle counterclockwise to ensure that it is firmly attached 
B)  check the package to be sure that you have the correct size syringe-needle 
C)  wash your hands 
D)  pull back on the plunger to loosen it prior to use 
A)  turn the hub of the needle counterclockwise to ensure that it is firmly attached 
B)  check the package to be sure that you have the correct size syringe-needle 
C)  wash your hands 
D)  pull back on the plunger to loosen it prior to use

Question 14

Which of the following syringe-needle combinations would be most appropriate for an IM injection?

Accepted Answer

A)  3-mL syringe, 27-G, 1/2-inch needle 
B)  5-mL syringe, 21-G, 1/2-inch needle 
C)  3-mL syringe, 22-G, 1 1/2-inch needle 
D)  1-mL syringe, 27-G, 1/2-inch needle 
A)  3-mL syringe, 27-G, 1/2-inch needle 
B)  5-mL syringe, 21-G, 1/2-inch needle 
C)  3-mL syringe, 22-G, 1 1/2-inch needle 
D)  1-mL syringe, 27-G, 1/2-inch needle

Question 15

Tubex injectors should be placed in the sharps disposal container after use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following will help to prevent needlestick injuries to health care workers?

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminating unnecessary use of needles 
B)  using devices with safety features 
C)  educating workers about safe work practices 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  eliminating unnecessary use of needles 
B)  using devices with safety features 
C)  educating workers about safe work practices 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 17

The needle's gauge is determined by the diameter of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  plunger 
B)  barrel 
C)  lumen 
D)  cap 
A)  plunger 
B)  barrel 
C)  lumen 
D)  cap

Question 18

Insulin syringes are calibrated in:

Accepted Answer

A)  units 
B)  cubic centimeters 
C)  milliliters 
D)  milligrams 
A)  units 
B)  cubic centimeters 
C)  milliliters 
D)  milligrams

Question 19

All of the following statements are true regarding the selection of the appropriate needle size except:

Accepted Answer

A)  A large person may need a longer needle. 
B)  Thicker medications require a larger-gauge needle. 
C)  Pediatric or geriatric patients may require a smaller needle. 
D)  If the patient appears apprehensive, you should use the smallest needle you have to minimize discomfort. 
A)  A large person may need a longer needle. 
B)  Thicker medications require a larger-gauge needle. 
C)  Pediatric or geriatric patients may require a smaller needle. 
D)  If the patient appears apprehensive, you should use the smallest needle you have to minimize discomfort.

Question 20

The slanted surface of the needle is called the:

Accepted Answer

A)  bevel 
B)  lumen 
C)  plunger 
D)  gauge 
A)  bevel 
B)  lumen 
C)  plunger 
D)  gauge

Exam 12: Parenteral Equipment and Supplies

When a U-100 syringe is used, 100 units of insulin is equivalent to:

Nondisposable syringes are most often used for all of the following except:

A 1-mL syringe is used for:

Injections into the deltoid muscle should not exceed:

Subcutaneous injections should not exceed:

The state of being free from living microorganisms is referred to as sanitized.

The part of the needle that attaches to the syringe is the:

When aspirating medication from a vial, you should do all of the following except:

Which of the following must be done when withdrawing medication from an ampule?

Thick, oily medications require a needle with a lumen of:

The parts of a syringe that must remain sterile are:

Place the steps for loading and unloading a Tubex injector in the correct order.

When preparing a sterile needle-syringe unit, you should do all of the following except:

Which of the following syringe-needle combinations would be most appropriate for an IM injection?

Tubex injectors should be placed in the sharps disposal container after use.

Which of the following will help to prevent needlestick injuries to health care workers?

The needle's gauge is determined by the diameter of the:

Insulin syringes are calibrated in:

All of the following statements are true regarding the selection of the appropriate needle size except:

The slanted surface of the needle is called the:

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Calculating Adult Dosages Oral and Parenteral Forms

Calculating Children S Dosages

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The Medication Order

Medication Administration Essentials

Administration of Nonparenteral Medications

Administration of Parenteral Medications

Allergy an Overview

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Antifungal Antiviral and Immunizing Agents

Antineoplastic Agents

Vitamins Minerals and Herbals

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Substance Abuse

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Medications Used for Cardiovascular System Disorders

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