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Melany Davis
on Oct 25, 2024
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The nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous (IV) antibiotic using a mini-infusion pump.Which action should the nurse do first?
A) Place the syringe into the mini-infusion pump.
B) Hang the pump on an IV pole.
C) Connect the end of the mini-infusion tubing to the main IV line.
D) Apply pressure to the syringe plunger to fill the tubing with medication.
Mini-infusion Pump
A small, portable pump used to administer medication in controlled amounts over time.
Intravenous Antibiotic
A medication administered through the veins to treat bacterial infections.
- Identify the correct procedures for preparing and administering various types of injections (IM, IV, subcutaneous, intradermal).
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the correct procedures for preparing and administering various types of injections (IM, IV, subcutaneous, intradermal).
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