The nurse is using a syringe that requires the needle to be ...

[karateprodigy]

The nurse is using a syringe that requires the needle to be screwed into the hub, reducing the risk of the needle or tubing separating from the syringe. Which type of syringe is the nurse using?
 
  1. Smooth graduated-tip syringe
  2. Irrigation syringe
  3. Luer-Lok syringe
  4. Safety needle syringe

Question 2

The nurse observes the student administer heparin subcutaneously into the client's abdomen. Which action indicates the need for further teaching?
 
  1. The student determines the site by placing two fingers above the umbilicus and injecting the medication above the fingers.
  2. The student cleans the site, wiping in a circular motion with an antimicrobial wipe.
  3. The student uses a 25 gauge needle.
  4. The student inserts the needle at a 90  angle.

[missalyssa26]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

A syringe requiring the needle to be twisted onto the hub is called a Luer-Lok syringe. A smooth graduated tip, called a non-Luer-Lok syringe, allows the needle to be slid over the tip but does not lock in place. An irrigation syringe is generally a 50 mL or larger syringe used for irrigating. A safety needle syringe is a syringe and needle set that reduces the risk of injury to the nurse.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

The proper location for injecting into the abdominal site is at least 2 inches away from the umbilicus and above the level of the ileac crests. The other actions are correct.