Parenteral Medication Administration

These flashcards cover key concepts and terminology related to parenteral medication administration, ensuring a comprehensive review of the lecture material.

Parenteral administration

The process of injecting medication into body tissues rather than administering it orally.

Intradermal (ID) injection

Injection into the dermis, just under the epidermis.

Intravenous (IV) injection

Injection into a vein, producing the most rapid absorption of medication.

Seven rights of medication administration

The seven essential checks to ensure safe medication delivery: right medication, dose, patient, route, time, documentation, and indication.

Aseptic technique

A method used to prevent contamination during parenteral medication administration.

Needle gauge

The measurement of the diameter of a needle, where a smaller gauge indicates a larger diameter.

Ventrogluteal site

An injection site recommended for intramuscular injections located in the hip area.

Z-track method

A technique used to prevent medication from leaking back into the tissue after an intramuscular injection.

Sliding scale insulin

A method of insulin administration that adjusts doses based on blood glucose levels.

Evaluation of Outcomes

The process of assessing whether the medication was administered safely and understanding the patient's response to therapy.