Deck 12: Parenteral Equipment and Supplies

Question 1

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

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

Answer 1

IM injections

Question 2

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

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

Answer 2

3-mL syringe, 22-G, 1 1/2-inch needle

Question 3

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

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

Answer 3

21-16 G

Question 4

The parts of a syringe that must remain sterile are:

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 5

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

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 6

Injections into the deltoid muscle should not exceed:

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

Question 7

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

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 8

An accidental stick by a contaminated needle could transmit:

A) Hepatitis B
B) Hepatitis C
C) HIV
D) All of these answers are correct.

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

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

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

Question 11

The slanted surface of the needle is called the:

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

Question 12

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

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 13

Subcutaneous injections should not exceed:

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

Question 14

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

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 15

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

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 16

A 1-mL syringe is used for:

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

Question 17

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

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

Question 18

Insulin syringes are calibrated in:

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

Question 19

Which of the following needles is the largest?

A) 18 G
B) 27 G
C) 21 G
D) 16 G

Question 20

All of the following are true when mixing medications in a syringe except:

A) Never mix medications in the same syringe.
B) Check with the pharmacist to ensure drug compatibility before mixing drugs.
C) Remove the needle from the vial by pulling the vial from the needle.
D) Do not inject air into the second vial.

Question 21

The viscosity and amount of medication being given determine the size of the syringe-needle to be used.

Question 22

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

Question 23

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

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 24

Ampules contain multiple doses of medications.

Question 25

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

Question 26

When selecting a syringe-needle size for an IM injection, the age of the patient is of little consequence.

Question 27

When reconstituting a powder medication, you should shake the vial vigorously to ensure that the medication is thoroughly diluted.

Question 28

To protect themselves from needlestick injuries, health care workers should help the employer select appropriate devices with safety features.

Question 29

A 1-mL syringe is most often used for TB testing and other intradermal injections.

Question 30

It is not essential that the outside of the barrel remain sterile during injection.