Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
A nursing instructor is observing a nursing student prepare and administer medications to adult clients. Which action by the nursing student requires intervention by the Instructor?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B because placing a buccal medication under the tongue is incorrect. Buccal medications should be placed in the cheek between the gum and cheek, not under the tongue. Placing the medication under the tongue can lead to unintended swallowing or reduced absorption. It is crucial for the nursing student to administer medications correctly to ensure their effectiveness and prevent harm to the client.
Choice A is incorrect because it is appropriate to inject air into the vial before withdrawing medication to prevent a vacuum from forming. Choice C is incorrect because pouring the medication to the 10 ml mark does not accurately measure 2 tsp. Choice D is incorrect because a 1 ml syringe with a 5/8 inch needle may not be appropriate for subcutaneous injection of heparin.
Choice A is incorrect because it is appropriate to inject air into the vial before withdrawing medication to prevent a vacuum from forming. Choice C is incorrect because pouring the medication to the 10 ml mark does not accurately measure 2 tsp. Choice D is incorrect because a 1 ml syringe with a 5/8 inch needle may not be appropriate for subcutaneous injection of heparin.