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kfurse

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on: Jul 24, 2018
When pouring liquid medications, the nurse knows to raise the measuring device to eye level and to read the measurement at:
 
  a. the top of the measuring device. c. the highest point of the meniscus.
  b. the lowest point of the meniscus. d. the edges of the measuring device.

Question 2

Which of the following routes frequently requires use of a 22 G, 1 1/2-inch needle?
 
  a. intradermal c. intracardiac
  b. subcutaneous d. intramuscular


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This would lead to an inaccurate reading.
B Correct: This provides for an accurate reading.
C Incorrect: This would lead to an inaccurate reading.
D Incorrect: This would lead to an inaccurate reading.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: Intradermal injections use 26 gauge (G) to 27 gauge (G) and 1/2 to 5/8 inch needles.
B Incorrect: Subcutaneous injections use 25 gauge (G) to 28 gauge (G) and 1/2 to 5/8 inch needles.
C Incorrect: Intracardiac needles are 26 gauge (G) and 4 inches long.
D Correct: Intramuscular injections require the use of 22 gauge (G), 1 1/2 inch needles.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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