Exam 28: Administering Medications

ID injections are given at a 15-degree angle.

The angled tip of a needle is called the

Which of the following is not a medication error?

If a medication container has a damaged label, the label should be fixed in the office before a medication error occurs.

Body areas to avoid when choosing the site for an injection include

Sciatic nerve injury is common in which of the following IM sites?

When a liquid oral medication is poured, it is important to

Each time a drug is dispensed, the label must be checked three times to confirm which of the following?

Which of the following cases is considered a positive PPD test result with induration 5 mm or larger?

While cleaning out the drug cupboard, Dorothy discovers two medication containers with tablets inside but without identifying drug labels. What should she do?

The body areas used for an intradermal injection are the

A person who administers a medication that someone else has dispensed to a patient is legally responsible for any drug errors.

Which of the following is the first step of safety in drug administration?

The _________ of a needle is determined by the diameter of its lumen.

Used needles and syringes should be discarded in

Essential medication guidelines include all of the following except

Always check for ________ before administering any medication.

At the dorsogluteal intramuscular site, a primary concern is to avoid injecting the medication into the __________ nerve.

It is important to remember to massage the injection site carefully after administering insulin.

Dorothy is responsible for making sure patients understand their drug therapy before they leave Dr. Thau's office. Discuss at least five factors she should include when delivering patient education.