LAB 1-QUIZ Flashcards
- Venipuncture is considered what route of drug administration?
a. Intramuscular
b. Subcutaneous
c. Parenteral
d. Intradermal
C: parenteral
The 3 parts of a standard hypodermic syringe includes what?
Tip + Barrel + Plunger
The threaded locking device/mechanism at the end of a syringe that holds a needle securely in place is known as what?
Threaded Male Luer-Lock
Of the following needle sizes, which has the largest diameter (thickness)?
a. 24G
b. 22G
c. 20G
d. 16G
d: 16G
Which of the following routes of drug administration provides the most immediate onset of action of the drug?
a. Transdermal
b. Intravenous
c. Buccal
d. Oral
B: IV
Needle dimensions stated on packaging specifies both needle gauge and what?
Length
Once the venipuncture site has been cleaned, it is appropriate to touch the site with gloves on. True or False?
False
Which of the following is the most appropriate angle of insertion of a needle when performing a venipuncture?
a. 5 degrees
b. 25 degrees
c. 45 degrees
d. 90 degrees
b: 25 degrees
When inserting an Angiocath device during venipuncture, once blood is seen in the flash chamber, the next step is to:
a. lower the device so it is positioned parallel to the surface of the skin.
b. advance the catheter into the vein.
c. push the button to retract the needle into the protective sheath/chamber.
d. rotate the needle, so the bevel is pointed downward.
a: lower the device so it is positioned parallel to the surface of the skin.
What gauge needle is shown in the image below?
20 G
A vial is a plastic or glass container with a rubber seal, used to store drugs. True or False?
True
Once the venipuncture site is cleaned with an alcohol swab, what amount of drying time is appropriate, prior to needle insertion?
a. 5 seconds
b. 10 seconds
c. 30 seconds
d. Needle may be inserted immediately following cleaning.
c: 30 seconds
