Question 1

When performing a venipuncture for intravenous drug administration,

Accepted Answer

A) the needle bevel is facing down as it pierces the skin surface and then turned 90 degrees. 
B) disposable sterile gloves are unnecessary because it is a venous entry. 
C) it is important to remember that older patients' veins tend to roll and are more fragile. 
D) it is acceptable to reinsert the needle into the vein if it has exited both the vein and skin. 
A) the needle bevel is facing down as it pierces the skin surface and then turned 90 degrees. 
B) disposable sterile gloves are unnecessary because it is a venous entry. 
C) it is important to remember that older patients' veins tend to roll and are more fragile. 
D) it is acceptable to reinsert the needle into the vein if it has exited both the vein and skin. C

Question 2

Heart attack patients often take a small tablet of nitroglycerine and put it in their mouth,under their tongue,for quick action.This route of administration is

Accepted Answer

A) parenteral. 
B) topical. 
C) sublingual. 
D) oral. 
A) parenteral. 
B) topical. 
C) sublingual. 
D) oral. C

Question 3

When venipuncture is performed for contrast medium administration,

Accepted Answer

A) the veins of the arms are preferred injection sites. 
B) a 25-gauge needle is preferred to lessen extravasation. 
C) delayed reaction to the intravenous injection can be expected. 
D) all of the above. 
A) the veins of the arms are preferred injection sites. 
B) a 25-gauge needle is preferred to lessen extravasation. 
C) delayed reaction to the intravenous injection can be expected. 
D) all of the above. A

Question 4

An injection that is given to a patient relies on a(n)_____ route of administration.

Accepted Answer

A) enteral 
B) parenteral 
C) topical 
D) portal 
A) enteral 
B) parenteral 
C) topical 
D) portal

Question 5

When performing a subcutaneous injection,the needle tip is positioned

Accepted Answer

A) in the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. 
B) at a 45-degree angle for average-sized patients. 
C) perpendicular to the skin line. 
D) at a 55- to 60-degree angle for thin patients. 
A) in the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. 
B) at a 45-degree angle for average-sized patients. 
C) perpendicular to the skin line. 
D) at a 55- to 60-degree angle for thin patients.

Question 6

Drugs intended for single use by parenteral administration are typically contained in a(n)

Accepted Answer

A) ampule. 
B) vial. 
C) angiocath. 
D) Luer-Lok vial. 
A) ampule. 
B) vial. 
C) angiocath. 
D) Luer-Lok vial.

Question 7

All of the following are related EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) intramuscular. 
B) intragluteal. 
C) subcutaneous. 
D) intravenous. 
A) intramuscular. 
B) intragluteal. 
C) subcutaneous. 
D) intravenous.

Question 8

The abbreviation stat means

Accepted Answer

A) statistic. 
B) immediately. 
C) statutory. 
D) perform upon first available opening 
A) statistic. 
B) immediately. 
C) statutory. 
D) perform upon first available opening

Question 9

During an intravenous drug administration,a small area around the needle site is growing and swelling.The patient states that the area is starting to burn slightly.In this situation,

Accepted Answer

A) extravasation has occurred. 
B) the needle needs to be removed immediately. 
C) a warm,moist compress needs to be applied. 
D) all of the above are correct. 
A) extravasation has occurred. 
B) the needle needs to be removed immediately. 
C) a warm,moist compress needs to be applied. 
D) all of the above are correct.

Question 10

Technologists working in advanced areas such as CT scanning are often required to administer pharmaceuticals to patients to complete an examination.When such is the case,it is important to remember that

Accepted Answer

A) any charting of medication administered must be entered by a registered nurse. 
B) qualified technologists are permitted to enter medication data into patient charts. 
C) all medication errors must be corrected by a radiologist. 
D) medical errors dealing with medication administration are uncommon. 
A) any charting of medication administered must be entered by a registered nurse. 
B) qualified technologists are permitted to enter medication data into patient charts. 
C) all medication errors must be corrected by a radiologist. 
D) medical errors dealing with medication administration are uncommon.

Question 11

All of the following are true of the milliliter unit of measurement EXCEPT it

Accepted Answer

A) is a metric unit of volume measurement. 
B) is equivalent to 1 cc. 
C) represents 1/10 of a liter (L). 
D) is equivalent to 1/1000 of a cubic centimeter. 
A) is a metric unit of volume measurement. 
B) is equivalent to 1 cc. 
C) represents 1/10 of a liter (L). 
D) is equivalent to 1/1000 of a cubic centimeter.

Question 12

The abbreviation IM means

Accepted Answer

A) in the morning. 
B) in mouth. 
C) intramuscular. 
D) once per month. 
A) in the morning. 
B) in mouth. 
C) intramuscular. 
D) once per month.

Question 13

Sterile needles used for patient injections

Accepted Answer

A) typically have four components: cannula,hub,and shaft bevel. 
B) range in gauge from 0.25 to 5 inches. 
C) are made of high-grade surgical aluminum. 
D) often require the use of an angiocath for improved safety. 
A) typically have four components: cannula,hub,and shaft bevel. 
B) range in gauge from 0.25 to 5 inches. 
C) are made of high-grade surgical aluminum. 
D) often require the use of an angiocath for improved safety.

Question 14

Sites commonly used for venipuncture include the _____ vein(s).
1)basilic
2)iliac
3)cephalic
4)carotid
5)brachiocephalic

Accepted Answer

A) 1 and 3 only 
B) 2,4,and 5 only 
C) 3 and 5 only 
D) 5 only 
A) 1 and 3 only 
B) 2,4,and 5 only 
C) 3 and 5 only 
D) 5 only

Question 15

All patients should expect correct procedures with regard to drug administration.These correct procedures or "rights" include the
1)the right route of administration.
2)the correct time for giving the drug.
3)he correct person giving the drug.
4)their own physician ordering the drug.
5)their own physician administering the drug.
6)the correct drug and drug amount administered.

Accepted Answer

A) 1,2,4,and 5 only. 
B) 1,2,and 6 only. 
C) 3 and 4 only. 
D) 4 and 5 only. 
A) 1,2,4,and 5 only. 
B) 1,2,and 6 only. 
C) 3 and 4 only. 
D) 4 and 5 only.

When performing a venipuncture for intravenous drug administration,

Heart attack patients often take a small tablet of nitroglycerine and put it in their mouth,under their tongue,for quick action.This route of administration is

When venipuncture is performed for contrast medium administration,

An injection that is given to a patient relies on a(n)_____ route of administration.

When performing a subcutaneous injection,the needle tip is positioned

Drugs intended for single use by parenteral administration are typically contained in a(n)

All of the following are related EXCEPT

The abbreviation stat means

During an intravenous drug administration,a small area around the needle site is growing and swelling.The patient states that the area is starting to burn slightly.In this situation,

Technologists working in advanced areas such as CT scanning are often required to administer pharmaceuticals to patients to complete an examination.When such is the case,it is important to remember that

All of the following are true of the milliliter unit of measurement EXCEPT it

The abbreviation IM means

Sterile needles used for patient injections

Sites commonly used for venipuncture include the _____ vein(s). 1)basilic 2)iliac 3)cephalic 4)carotid 5)brachiocephalic

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Exam 22: Principles of Drug Administration

When performing a venipuncture for intravenous drug administration,

Heart attack patients often take a small tablet of nitroglycerine and put it in their mouth,under their tongue,for quick action.This route of administration is

When venipuncture is performed for contrast medium administration,

An injection that is given to a patient relies on a(n)_____ route of administration.

When performing a subcutaneous injection,the needle tip is positioned

Drugs intended for single use by parenteral administration are typically contained in a(n)

All of the following are related EXCEPT

The abbreviation stat means

During an intravenous drug administration,a small area around the needle site is growing and swelling.The patient states that the area is starting to burn slightly.In this situation,

Technologists working in advanced areas such as CT scanning are often required to administer pharmaceuticals to patients to complete an examination.When such is the case,it is important to remember that

All of the following are true of the milliliter unit of measurement EXCEPT it

The abbreviation IM means

Sterile needles used for patient injections

Sites commonly used for venipuncture include the _____ vein(s). 1)basilic 2)iliac 3)cephalic 4)carotid 5)brachiocephalic

Introduction to Imaging and Radiologic Sciences

Professional Organizations

Educational Survival Skills

Critical-Thinking and Problem-Solving Strategies

Introduction to Clinical Education

Radiology Administration

Radiographic Imaging

Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Equipment

Basic Radiation Protection and Radiobiology

Human Diversity

Patient Interactions

History Taking

Safe Patient Movement and Handling Techniques

Immobilization Techniques

Vital Signs, Oxygen, Chest Tubes, and Lines

Basic Cardiac Monitoring: The Electrocardiogram

Infection Control

Aseptic Techniques

Nonaseptic Techniques

Medical Emergencies

Pharmacology

Contrast Media and Introduction to Radiopharmaceuticals

Professional Ethics

Health Records and Health Information Management

Medical Law

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