Injection Preparation and Procedure Guidelines

This video tutorial covers the correct techniques for intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, focusing on avoiding common errors such as scooping and resheathing needles. It provides detailed instructions on equipment preparation, hand hygiene, medication cleaning, and proper handling of syringes and needles. The video also demonstrates the correct injection technique and post-injection procedures to ensure patient safety and compliance with best practices.

What is the main focus of the video?

• Emergency response training

• Basic first aid procedures

• Advanced surgical techniques

• Common errors in IM and subcutaneous injections

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as necessary equipment for injection preparation?

• Blunt needle

• Syringe

• Plaster

• Stethoscope

What is the first step in the preparation process?

• Wearing gloves

• Cleaning the medication

• Opening the syringe

• Hand hygiene

How should the syringe be opened to avoid contamination?

• Twisting it open

• Cutting it open

• Peeling it open

• Breaking it open

What should be done with the cap of the bottle after opening it?

• Place it back on the bottle

• Throw it in the trash

• Keep it in the tray

• Discard it in the sharp bin

What is the correct method for cleaning the skin before injection?

• No cleaning needed

• Up and down, side to side

• Circular motion

• Single wipe

At what angle should the needle be inserted for an IM injection?

• 90 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 75 degrees

• 60 degrees

What should be done immediately after removing the needle post-injection?

• Place the needle on the tray

• Recap the needle with a finger

• Leave the needle on the table

• Discard the needle in the sharp bin

How long should you stay with the patient after the injection?

• 20 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 40 minutes

• 10 minutes

What should be done after completing the injection and patient care?

• Recap the needle

• Discard all equipment in the trash

• Document the procedure with date and time

• Leave immediately