Author Question: After withdrawing medication and removing the needle from the vial, the nurse notes there is an air ... (Read 81 times)

ssal · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

After withdrawing medication and removing the needle from the vial, the nurse notes there is an air bubble in the syringe. The nurse should

1. Return the medication to the vial and attempt to draw it again.
2. Gently shake the syringe in a downward motion.
3. Roll the syringe gently between her hands.
4. Tap the barrel of the syringe to float the bubble toward the needle.

Question 2

Which of the following is considered an essential step for the nurse to follow while withdrawing medication from an ampule?

1. Injecting air into the ampule before withdrawing medication
2. Using a filtered needle to withdraw medication
3. Tapping the bottom of the ampule before breaking the neck
4. Taking care not to invert the ampule while withdrawing medication