QMA Insulin Administration Technique 2

Question 1

When drawing up insulin from a vial, what is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Inject air equal to the dose into the vial

Answer

Injecting air equal to the prescribed dose into the vial before withdrawing insulin prevents a vacuum and allows for easier withdrawal.

Question 2

A QMA is preparing to give a subcutaneous insulin injection. At what angle should the needle be inserted for a patient with adequate subcutaneous tissue?

Accepted Answer

90 degrees

Answer

A 90-degree angle is used for patients with adequate subcutaneous tissue to ensure proper subcutaneous delivery.

Question 3

Which site is generally NOT recommended for routine insulin injections?

Accepted Answer

Calf

Answer

The calf is not a recommended insulin injection site due to poor subcutaneous tissue and unpredictable absorption.

Question 4

After administering an insulin injection, the QMA should:

Accepted Answer

Place the uncapped needle directly into a sharps container

Answer

Uncapped needles must be placed directly into an approved sharps container immediately after use to prevent needlestick injuries.

Question 5

When combining regular and NPH insulin in the same syringe, which should be drawn up first?

Accepted Answer

Regular (clear)

Answer

Clear (regular) insulin is always drawn up before cloudy (NPH) insulin to prevent contamination of the regular insulin vial.

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QMA Insulin Administration Technique 2