Medication Administration Routes Flashcards
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The Z-track technique for intramuscular injection is used to:
Answer: Prevent medication from leaking back through the needle track
The Z-track method displaces the skin and subcutaneous tissue before injection, creating a zigzag path that seals the medication in the muscle.
Nebulizer treatments deliver medication via:
Answer: Aerosolized mist inhaled into the respiratory tract
Nebulizers convert liquid medication into a fine aerosol mist that is inhaled deep into the lungs through a mouthpiece or mask.
When administering an otic (ear) medication, the adult ear canal is straightened by pulling the pinna:
Answer: Up and back
In adults, the ear canal is straightened by pulling the pinna (outer ear) up and back to facilitate medication delivery.
The maximum volume for a single subcutaneous injection in an adult is typically:
Answer: 1.0-1.5 mL
The maximum volume for subcutaneous injection in adults is generally 1.0-1.5 mL to prevent tissue distension and discomfort.
Topical medications are applied to:
Answer: The skin surface or mucous membranes for local or systemic effect
Topical medications are applied to the skin or mucous membranes and may provide local effects (anti-itch cream) or systemic effects (transdermal patches).
Before administering any medication, the medical technician must first verify:
Answer: The prescriber's order and the five rights of medication administration
Medication administration always begins with verifying a valid prescriber's order and checking the five rights: right patient, drug, dose, route, and time.