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1. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
2. Gather all the necessary supplies: medication, syringe, needle, alcohol swab, and a sharps container.
3. Check the medication label for the correct dosage and expiration date.
4. Clean the rubber stopper of the medication vial with an alcohol swab.
5. Draw air into the syringe equal to the dosage of the medication.
6. Insert the needle into the vial and push the air into it.
7. Turn the vial upside down and draw the medication into the syringe.
8. Tap the syringe gently to remove any air bubbles and push the plunger to expel the excess medication.
9. Choose an injection site and clean it with an alcohol swab.
10. Hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the needle into the skin at a 90-degree angle.
11. Slowly inject the medication and then remove the needle from the skin.
12. Dispose of the used needle and syringe in a sharps container.
13. Wash your hands again with soap and water.

Who needs administration of injectable medication?

1. Administration of injectable medication is needed for individuals who cannot take medications orally.
2. It is commonly used for patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, or autoimmune disorders.
3. People who require specific dosages or need medications that are only available in injectable forms also need administration of injectable medication.
4. Some examples of individuals who may need injectable medication include patients undergoing chemotherapy, those with severe allergies requiring epinephrine, or those with hormonal imbalances who need hormone injections.
5. Ultimately, the need for injectable medication depends on the specific medical condition and treatment plan prescribed by a healthcare professional.

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What is administration of injectable medication?

Administration of injectable medication is the process of delivering medication into the body through a needle or syringe.

Who is required to file administration of injectable medication?

Healthcare professionals or facilities responsible for administering injectable medication are required to file the administration record.

How to fill out administration of injectable medication?

The administration record should include details such as the date and time of administration, the medication name and dosage, the route of administration, the patient's name, and the healthcare provider's signature.

What is the purpose of administration of injectable medication?

The purpose of administration of injectable medication is to track and monitor the delivery of medication to patients for accurate record-keeping and patient safety.

What information must be reported on administration of injectable medication?

Information such as the date and time of administration, medication name and dosage, route of administration, patient's name, and healthcare provider's signature must be reported on the administration record.