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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Pharmacology

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When utilizing an auto-injector device to provide a potentially lifesaving medication, which of the following is not true?

It is important to verify the medication is the correct medication for the condition
It is important to verify that the medication is not expired
It is important to make sure the medication is injected into the vein
If assisting someone with his or her prescribed medication, it is important to verify that it has been prescribed to the person using it

Explanation

Answer: C - Auto-injector devices are designed to inject a medication into the muscle or subcutaneous tissue. It is not designed for and could be harmful to attempt to provide the medication via intravenous injection.

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