Medication Administration

What are the rights of drug administration?

right Patient, right Dose, right Drug, right Route, right Time

What’s the phrase to remember the rights of drug administration?

“Please Do The Right Thing”

1 Tbsp =

15 mL

The patient has increased numbness and tingling in their lower extremities. What are they at risk for?

Impaired skin integrity

Keep the area in between the toes dry to prevent:

Moisture complications

Intradermal administration should be at a:

10-15 degree angle with bevel up

How should heparin be injected?

In the abd area at least 2in away from the umbilicus or outer thigh at a 90 degree angle. Insert needle fully.