Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather gloves, a towel or absorbent pad, and a syringe if needed
Explain the procedure to the patient and provide privacy
Place the...
Verify the order, patient identity, allergies, and indication for IV access
Perform hand hygiene and gather supplies
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain consent...
Confirm that self-injection is appropriate and prescribed by your clinician
Follow the exact dose, route, and schedule on your prescription label
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather supplies:...
Wash your hands
Gather the enema kit, lubricant, towel, and a toilet nearby
Read the product instructions carefully
Check the expiration date
Warm the solution to body temperature...
Confirm the prescription, dose, route, and schedule
Verify the medication name, concentration, and expiration date
Check for allergies and contraindications
Wash hands and gather supplies
Draw up the...
Verify the order and identify the patient
Perform hand hygiene
Gather supplies
Explain the procedure briefly
Select the correct site on the inner forearm
Clean the site with alcohol...
Wash your hands
Gather the medication, syringe, needle, alcohol swabs, gauze or cotton ball, and sharps container
Check the medication label, dose, and expiration date
Prepare the...
Verify the medication, dose, route, patient, allergies, and expiration date
Perform hand hygiene and gather supplies
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain consent as...
Verify the order, patient identity, allergies, and contraindications
Perform hand hygiene and gather supplies
Check the vaccine name, lot number, expiration date, and appearance
Explain the procedure...
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather gloves, gauze, and a disposal bag
Position the person comfortably
Remove any securing tape or dressing
Deflate the catheter balloon if present, using...
Verify the order and patient identity
Gather supplies
Perform hand hygiene and don gloves
Explain the procedure to the patient
Position the patient upright if possible
Assess nares and...
Wash hands thoroughly
Gather the medication, syringe or autoinjector, alcohol swab, gauze, and sharps container
Check the medication label, dose, and expiration date
Inspect the medication for...
Perform hand hygiene and gather supplies
Verify patient identity and explain the procedure briefly
Check for allergies and assess the appropriate vein
Apply gloves and position the...
Perform hand hygiene and gather sterile catheterization supplies
Verify the order, patient identity, allergies, and indication for catheterization
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain...
Verify the prescription, dose, route, and frequency
Wash hands and gather supplies
Check the medication label and expiration date
Inspect the solution for discoloration or particles
Draw up...
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather the medication, syringe, needle, alcohol swab, gauze, and sharps container
Check the medication label, dose, and expiration date
Clean the injection site...
Consult a licensed healthcare professional
Confirm the medical need for a transfusion
Obtain informed consent
Identify the correct blood type and patient identity
Perform required pre-transfusion testing
Select the...
Wash hands and wear gloves
Check the prescription and confirm the patient’s identity
Verify the vaccine name, dose, expiry date, and vial integrity
Inspect the solution for...
Verify the correct tetanus-containing vaccine or tetanus toxoid product and check the expiration date
Confirm the patient’s identity, allergy history, and prior tetanus vaccination status
Assess...
Wash hands and gather supplies
Verify the medication, dose, patient, and expiration date
Explain the procedure to the patient
Select an appropriate subcutaneous site
Clean the injection site...
Verify the medication order, patient identity, allergies, and expiration date
Perform hand hygiene and gather supplies
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain consent as...
Wash your hands
Remove the suppository from its wrapper
If needed, moisten it with a little water or use a water-based lubricant
Lie on your side with...
Wash your hands
Remove the suppository from its packaging
If needed, moisten the tip with a little water or use a water-based lubricant
Lie on your side...
Do not inject a B12 shot unless it was prescribed and you have been trained by a healthcare professional
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather the prescribed...
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather the medication, syringe, needle, alcohol swabs, gauze, and sharps container
Check the medication label, dose, and expiration date
Inspect the medication for...
Follow your doctor’s prep instructions exactly
Ask your doctor which medications to stop or adjust
Arrange a ride home after the procedure
Stock up on clear liquids
Avoid...
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather the prescribed medication, syringe, needle, alcohol swabs, and sharps container
Check the medication label, dose, and expiration date
Inspect the medication for...
