NUR 240 EAQ PHARMACOLOGICAL AND PARENTERAL
THERAPIES TEST LATEST ACTUAL EXAM REAL
QUESTIONS AND WELL ELABORATED ANSWERS
(CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS) LATEST UPDATED
VERSION) |GUARANTEED PASS A+
Which part of the syringe is considered to be sterile? - ANSWER: Inner barrel of the
syringe
Which statement about the Luer-Slip syringe tip is accurate? - ANSWER: It only has a
male tapered end.
Which volume of medication would a nurse ideally administer when using a ½-inch
needle in a small infant? - ANSWER: 0.5 mL
Which insulin delivery aid is not required by a visually impaired patient? - ANSWER:
Safety syringes
Which types of syringes are most commonly used? Select all that apply. - ANSWER:
1mL, 3mL, 5mL
Which important points would the nurse keep in mind regarding epinephrine pen
(EpiPen) prefilled syringes? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: 1. It is a disposable
automatic injection device.
2. It is used in case of an allergic reaction to insect stings or bites.
3. It is available in adult and pediatric dosages for use at home or when traveling
Which factors should a nurse consider when selecting the appropriate syringe size to
administer an injection? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: 3 inches
Which individual(s) is not included in primary safety concerns related to medication
administration? - ANSWER: Patient's caregivers
Which volume of medication is ideally the maximum that may be given by
intramuscular (IM) injection to small children and older infants? - ANSWER: 1 mL
Which statement accurately describes a jet injection system? - ANSWER:
Medications are subcutaneously delivered through the skin without using a needle.
Which equipment would the nurse gather to prepare parenteral medication? Select
all that apply. - ANSWER: Antiseptic alcohol wipe, Needleless access device, Drug in a
sterile, sealed container
Which phrase describes the purpose of a needle protector system? - ANSWER: To
protect the nurse from an accidental needlestick
, What important points should the nurse know regarding glass containers with two
compartments (Mix-O-Vials)? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: "The diluent mixes
with the powder to dissolve the drug for administration."
"The lower chamber contains the drug (solute), and the upper chamber contains a
sterile diluent (solvent)."
"Pressure is applied to the top rubber diaphragm plunger to force the solvent and
the rubber stopper to fall into the bottom chamber."
Which factor would the nurse consider when selecting the needle gauge? - ANSWER:
Viscosity of the solution to be injected
Which phrase describes an ampule? - ANSWER: A glass container that usually
contains a single dose of medication
Which statements accurately describe a vial? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: It is
sealed with a metal lid, It has a mouth covered with a thick rubber diaphragm, It
contains medication either in solution form or in sterile powder form.
Which important points would the nurse keep in mind regarding epinephrine pen
(EpiPen) prefilled syringes? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: It is a disposable
automatic injection device, It is used in case of an allergic reaction to insect stings or
bites, It is available in adult and pediatric dosages for use at home or when traveling
Which factors should a nurse consider when selecting the appropriate syringe size to
administer an injection? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: Type of medication to be
administered
Volume of medication to be administered
Degree of accuracy required for dose measurement
Which type of dose form is packaged in a glass container with two separate
compartments? - ANSWER: Mix-O-Vials
Which equipment would the nurse ideally need to care for a patient who is
experiencing an allergic reaction to a bee sting? - ANSWER: Epinephrine pen (EpiPen)
Which type of parenteral drug package contains multiple doses of medication? -
ANSWER: Vials
Which action would a nurse take after injecting a medication using a safety syringe
with a full protective sheath? - ANSWER: Twist the flanges while maintaining a firm
hold on the sleeve.
Which action would a nurse take after using a needle safety device to administer an
injection? - ANSWER: Apply a single finger stroke to activate the safety arm.
THERAPIES TEST LATEST ACTUAL EXAM REAL
QUESTIONS AND WELL ELABORATED ANSWERS
(CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS) LATEST UPDATED
VERSION) |GUARANTEED PASS A+
Which part of the syringe is considered to be sterile? - ANSWER: Inner barrel of the
syringe
Which statement about the Luer-Slip syringe tip is accurate? - ANSWER: It only has a
male tapered end.
Which volume of medication would a nurse ideally administer when using a ½-inch
needle in a small infant? - ANSWER: 0.5 mL
Which insulin delivery aid is not required by a visually impaired patient? - ANSWER:
Safety syringes
Which types of syringes are most commonly used? Select all that apply. - ANSWER:
1mL, 3mL, 5mL
Which important points would the nurse keep in mind regarding epinephrine pen
(EpiPen) prefilled syringes? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: 1. It is a disposable
automatic injection device.
2. It is used in case of an allergic reaction to insect stings or bites.
3. It is available in adult and pediatric dosages for use at home or when traveling
Which factors should a nurse consider when selecting the appropriate syringe size to
administer an injection? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: 3 inches
Which individual(s) is not included in primary safety concerns related to medication
administration? - ANSWER: Patient's caregivers
Which volume of medication is ideally the maximum that may be given by
intramuscular (IM) injection to small children and older infants? - ANSWER: 1 mL
Which statement accurately describes a jet injection system? - ANSWER:
Medications are subcutaneously delivered through the skin without using a needle.
Which equipment would the nurse gather to prepare parenteral medication? Select
all that apply. - ANSWER: Antiseptic alcohol wipe, Needleless access device, Drug in a
sterile, sealed container
Which phrase describes the purpose of a needle protector system? - ANSWER: To
protect the nurse from an accidental needlestick
, What important points should the nurse know regarding glass containers with two
compartments (Mix-O-Vials)? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: "The diluent mixes
with the powder to dissolve the drug for administration."
"The lower chamber contains the drug (solute), and the upper chamber contains a
sterile diluent (solvent)."
"Pressure is applied to the top rubber diaphragm plunger to force the solvent and
the rubber stopper to fall into the bottom chamber."
Which factor would the nurse consider when selecting the needle gauge? - ANSWER:
Viscosity of the solution to be injected
Which phrase describes an ampule? - ANSWER: A glass container that usually
contains a single dose of medication
Which statements accurately describe a vial? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: It is
sealed with a metal lid, It has a mouth covered with a thick rubber diaphragm, It
contains medication either in solution form or in sterile powder form.
Which important points would the nurse keep in mind regarding epinephrine pen
(EpiPen) prefilled syringes? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: It is a disposable
automatic injection device, It is used in case of an allergic reaction to insect stings or
bites, It is available in adult and pediatric dosages for use at home or when traveling
Which factors should a nurse consider when selecting the appropriate syringe size to
administer an injection? Select all that apply. - ANSWER: Type of medication to be
administered
Volume of medication to be administered
Degree of accuracy required for dose measurement
Which type of dose form is packaged in a glass container with two separate
compartments? - ANSWER: Mix-O-Vials
Which equipment would the nurse ideally need to care for a patient who is
experiencing an allergic reaction to a bee sting? - ANSWER: Epinephrine pen (EpiPen)
Which type of parenteral drug package contains multiple doses of medication? -
ANSWER: Vials
Which action would a nurse take after injecting a medication using a safety syringe
with a full protective sheath? - ANSWER: Twist the flanges while maintaining a firm
hold on the sleeve.
Which action would a nurse take after using a needle safety device to administer an
injection? - ANSWER: Apply a single finger stroke to activate the safety arm.
