Injectable Medication Administration Techniques Quiz

Test your knowledge on medication administration techniques with questions ranging from injection sites to needle gauges.

#1

What is the preferred site for administering intramuscular injections in adults?

Abdomen
Deltoid muscle
Buttocks
Thigh
#2

What is the recommended maximum volume for a subcutaneous injection in adults?

1 mL
2 mL
3 mL
4 mL
#3

Which needle gauge is typically used for intramuscular injections in adults?

18 G
22 G
25 G
30 G
#4

Which of the following is a key consideration when selecting the injection site?

Proximity to major blood vessels
Visible scarring
Skin pigmentation
Patient's age
#5

Which of the following is a common site for subcutaneous injections?

Anterior thigh
Dorsogluteal
Upper arm
Rectus abdominis
#6

Which needle gauge is typically used for intradermal injections?

18 G
22 G
25 G
30 G
#7

What angle should the needle be inserted at for subcutaneous injections?

45 degrees
90 degrees
30 degrees
60 degrees
#8

Which of the following is a common complication associated with intravenous medication administration?

Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Phlebitis
Asthma
#9

What should the nurse do if there is resistance during injection?

Forcefully inject the medication
Withdraw the needle slightly and try again
Stop the injection and remove the needle
Rotate the needle clockwise
#10

What is the recommended angle for inserting a needle during intramuscular injections in adults?

30 degrees
45 degrees
60 degrees
90 degrees
#11

Which of the following is NOT a recommended site for intramuscular injections in infants?

Vastus lateralis
Deltoid muscle
Ventrogluteal
Dorsogluteal
#12

Which technique should be used when administering intravenous medications to prevent air embolisms?

Aspirating before injection
Rapid injection
Slow injection
Administering without any precaution
#13

Which needle length is typically used for intramuscular injections in adults?

1/2 inch
1 inch
1.5 inches
2 inches
#14

What is the primary reason for using the Z-track technique during intramuscular injections?

To reduce pain
To prevent medication leakage
To increase absorption rate
To ensure accurate dosage
#15

What is the appropriate needle length for administering intradermal injections?

1/2 inch
1 inch
1.5 inches
2 inches

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