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Rationale ampules
Chapter 35 given meds from ampules
Question | Answer |
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Why would you flick the upper stem of the ampule several times with a fingernail. When preparing medication from it? | This will bring all medication down to the main portion of the ampule. |
Why is it important to use a gause to open an ampule and to break the top by bending it toward you. | The sterile gauze protects the fingers from broken glass and any glass fragments will spary away from you. |
What type of needle would you need when withdrawing a medication from an ampule? Why? | A filtered needle. It prevents glass particles from being withdrawn with the medications. |
Why would you avoid touching the the rim of the ampule with the shaft or the tip of the needle? | to keep the needle sterile. Withdraw only the amount required for the dosage. |