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Parenteral Drugs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 2 routes of administration | Entoral and Parenteral |
| Entoral | PO, NG, Ophth, Otics |
| Parenteral | Drugs given by injection (ie. hospital, home health care, nursing homes) |
| Aseptic technique | Used to prevent contamination with microbacteria |
| Reasons for parenterals | Drugs not available any other way, person is NPO, emergency |
| Basic parts of the syringe | Barrel and plunger |
| Basic parts of the needle | Hub and shaft |
| Smallest needle gauge | 31G |
| Largest needle gauge | 13G |
| Length of needle | 3/8 to 1.5 inches |
| Transfer needles | Transfer solution with use of syringe |
| Filter needle | Has a filter in the hub |