ampoule

Which of the following materials can be used for ampoules?

• Glass only
• Plastic only
• Both glass and plastic
• Metal

What is the purpose of using an antimicrobial swab or gauze pad when handling an ampoule?

• To protect the nurse's fingers from the glass
• To prevent contamination of the medication
• To facilitate movement of medication from stem to body
• To indicate the place where the neck can be snapped off

Why should the Midwife break the top of the ampoule away from their body?

• To protect the Midwife's face and fingers from shattered glass fragments
• To prevent contamination of the medication
• To facilitate movement of medication from stem to body
• To indicate the place where the neck can be snapped off

Why is it important not to inject air into solutions when withdrawing medication from an ampoule?

• Air bubbles can cause the contents of the ampoule to overflow

• Air bubbles can increase pressure in the ampoule and spill out medication

• Air bubbles can contaminate the medication

• Air bubbles can cause the ampoule to rupture

What should the nurse do if air bubbles form in the solution after withdrawing medication from an ampoule?

• Expel the air bubbles carefully
• Inject more air into the solution to displace the air bubbles
• Discard the entire syringe and start over
• Shake the syringe to mix the medication and air bubbles

Why should any surplus medication in the syringe be discarded?

• Surplus medication can cause the ampoule to rupture
• Surplus medication may be contaminated
• Surplus medication can increase pressure in the ampoule and spill out
• Surplus medication can cause air bubbles to form in the solution

What should be done with the ampule after withdrawing medication from it?

• It should be reused for future medications
• It should be discarded in a suitable container
• It should be cleaned and sterilized for reuse
• It should be returned to the pharmacy for recycling

Why is it important to perform hand hygiene after handling an ampoule?

• To protect the nurse's fingers from the glass
• To prevent contamination of the medication
• To facilitate movement of medication from stem to body
• To indicate the place where the neck can be snapped off

Which of the following is NOT a step in the ampoule withdrawal procedure?

• Tap the stem of the ampoule or twist your wrist quickly
• Wrap a gauze pad or antimicrobial swab around the neck of the ampoule
• Break the top of the ampoule towards your body
• Withdraw medication in the amount ordered plus a small amount more

Which of the following is the purpose of withdrawing medication from a vial?

• To prevent contamination of the medication
• To ensure accurate dosing of the medication
• To facilitate easy administration of the medication
• To minimize the risk of needle sticks