Asked by Sergii Voloshchuk on Jul 02, 2024
Which of the following is included when reconstituting and drawing a drug for injection?
A) Snap the ampule neck toward you
B) Shake the vial vigorously unless the label indicates that it should not be shaken
C) Puncture the diaphragm of the vial of diluent with the needle and inject the air into the vial
D) Use tap water as the diluent
E) Wipe the rubber diaphragm with a 10% bleach solution
Reconstituting
The process of returning a dehydrated or concentrated substance to its original state by adding water or another solvent.
Ampule Neck
The thin, constricted portion of an ampule that is designed to be broken in order to access the sterile solution inside.
Diaphragm
A muscle that separates the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.
- Master the essential principles involved in the safe administration of medications and their proper documentation.
- Describe methods for reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
Learning Objectives
- Master the essential principles involved in the safe administration of medications and their proper documentation.
- Describe methods for reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
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