Demonstrate use of syringes.

Demonstration should include

  • using required PPE
  • handling a syringe
  • choosing appropriate needle size for syringe
  • filling a syringe
  • injecting method
  • disposing of syringe.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is “dead space”?
  • Why should air bubbles never be present in an injection syringe? How are bubbles removed from the contents of a syringe?
  • How are needles and syringes properly disposed of?
  • How is a one-handed recap performed? (Recapping of needles is permitted in the veterinary industry.)
  • What are the common sites for parenteral administration of medication?
  • How is a needle applied to a syringe safely? How is a needle removed from a syringe safely?
  • Does the agent which was dispensed using the syringe influence the syringe’s disposal manner? Explain.
  • What does “bevel up” mean with regard to syringe use?
  • What does “Aspirate!” mean with regard to syringe use?
  • What is an oral repeater syringe?

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