Epinephrine Injector Usage and Safety

Dr. George Brown from Bless Your Allergy and Asthma explains how to use two types of epinephrine injectors: the VQ and the EpiPen. The VQ, also known as the talking EpiPen, provides verbal instructions and requires the removal of a red safety guard before use. The EpiPen comes in a hard case and requires the removal of a blue safety cap. Both injectors are used by pressing against the outer thigh and counting to five or ten, respectively. After use, it's important to call 911. Both devices are single-use and should be disposed of safely.

What are the two types of epinephrine injectors introduced in the tutorial?

• Auvi-Q and EpiPen

• EpiPen and Adrenaclick

• Adrenaclick and Twinject

• Auvi-Q and Twinject

What is another name for the Auvi-Q injector?

• The quick EpiPen

• The smart EpiPen

• The talking EpiPen

• The silent EpiPen

What should you do first when using the Auvi-Q injector?

• Press it against your thigh

• Remove the red safety guard

• Call 911

• Shake it well

How long should you hold the Auvi-Q injector against your thigh?

• 3 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 15 seconds

• 5 seconds

What should you do with the Auvi-Q injector after using it?

• Dispose of it safely

• Use it again if needed

• Give it to someone else

• Store it for future use

What is the color of the safety end on the EpiPen?

• Red

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

How should you hold the EpiPen to avoid accidental injection?

• With your fingers on the sides

• With your palm covering the top

• With your thumb on the bottom

• With your thumb over the top

What is the correct position for the EpiPen when injecting?

• Blue to the thigh, orange to the sky

• Orange to the thigh, blue to the sky

• Orange to the sky, blue to the thigh

• Blue to the sky, orange to the thigh

How long should you hold the EpiPen against your thigh?

• 15 seconds

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 3 seconds

What should you do immediately after using either epinephrine injector?

• Use it again if needed

• Dispose of the injector

• Call 911

• Store it safely