Key Terms
Measurement devices
Oral syringe, dosing cup, medication dropper, dosing spoon
Process
1. Verify MAR against prescribing provider orders 2.
Five Rights of Delegation
1. Right task: UAP has received appropriate training and demonstrated competency 2.
Parenteral
Injecting medications directly into tissues and circulatory system; bypasses skin, mucous membranes, and GI tract
Why safety is critical
Parenteral medications are rapidly absorbed; increased overdose risk; adverse reactions can develop quickly; physiologic
Compatibility
Capability of administering two or more medications together without them interacting Diluent: liquid used to dilute a p
How to check
Electronic drug interaction database, drug reference guide, or organization's compatibility chart; if uncertain, consult
Syringe
1 to 3 mL hypodermic syringe for most IM injections
Luer-lock
Needle twists to lock onto syringe tip Luer-slip (non-Luer- lock): needle held by friction only; does not lock
Needle
Hollow metal tube; sharp slanted point (bevel) + hub (attaches to syringe)
Gauge (G)
Measures diameter of needle hole
Larger-gauge needles (lower number)
Stronger walls; more suitable for
Equipment
Needleless Systems
Needle-free injectors (jet injectors)
Spring-powered; penetrate skin without a needle; used for SQ or IM routes Needle-free valves: connected to IV catheters;
Vial
Glass or plastic container with rubber stopper; holds liquid or powder medication