Cara Menyiapkan Obat dari Ampul

Summary

This video guides viewers on how to properly prepare injectable medication from an ampul. It covers key steps, such as inspecting the ampul for dosage and expiration date, ensuring aseptic technique, and using the right tools like a syringe and alcohol swabs. The process includes breaking the ampul safely, drawing the medication into the syringe, removing air bubbles, and preparing the syringe for injection. Viewers are reminded to follow proper safety procedures, including disposing of medical waste and labeling the syringe. This video provides essential knowledge for medical professionals handling injectable medications.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ampoules are cylindrical glass containers used for injectable medications, which can contain single-dose liquid or dry powder forms.
• 😀 Always check the medication label for dosage differences between ampoules, as some may contain different concentrations of the same drug.
• 😀 Inspect the expiration date and the condition of the solution, including clarity, any precipitate, and color changes.
• 😀 Aseptic technique is essential when preparing injectable medications from ampoules to ensure sterility.
• 😀 Proper equipment for preparing medications includes ampoules, syringes of appropriate size, alcohol swabs, gloves, and a sharps disposal container.
• 😀 Always wash your hands before preparing medication to maintain a sterile environment.
• 😀 Ensure the correct medication dosage by reviewing the doctor's order and calculating the required dose before preparation.
• 😀 Before opening an ampoule, ensure all medication has settled at the bottom by tapping or rotating the ampoule.
• 😀 Disinfect the ampoule’s neck with an alcohol swab before breaking it, and use a tissue or sterile gauze to avoid injury from broken glass.
• 😀 When drawing medication into a syringe, make sure to keep the needle tip submerged in the liquid to prevent air from being aspirated.
• 😀 After drawing the medication, check for air bubbles in the syringe and remove them by gently tapping the barrel and pushing the plunger.
• 😀 Label the syringe with the correct medication information before administering the injection to the patient.

Q & A

What is the primary form of medication discussed in the script?

The primary form of medication discussed is parenteral injectable drugs, typically found in ampules containing either liquid or dry powder.

How is an ampule used to prepare medication?

An ampule is a cylindrical glass container that holds the medication. It is opened by breaking the neck of the ampule at the marked point, which is typically indicated by a ring or dot on the glass.

What should you check on the ampule label before using the medication?

Before using the medication, it's important to check the dosage, the expiration date, the clarity of the liquid, the presence of any sediment, and whether the color of the liquid has changed.

What is meant by 'aseptic technique' in the preparation of parenteral medication?

Aseptic technique refers to ensuring the sterility of the equipment, medication, and the environment when preparing the medication to prevent contamination.

What are the essential tools required for preparing medication from an ampule?

The tools required include the medication ampule, a syringe of appropriate size, alcohol swabs, sterile gauze, clean gloves, and a sharps container.

Why is it important to check the doctor's order before preparing the medication?

It is crucial to verify the doctor's order to ensure the correct medication and dosage are being administered according to the patient's needs.

What should be done if there is still liquid in the top part of the ampule after it is held upright?

If there is still liquid in the top part of the ampule, gently tap or rotate the ampule to ensure that all the medication moves to the body of the ampule before opening it.

How do you ensure the ampule is opened safely?

To open the ampule safely, disinfect the neck with an alcohol swab, then use a piece of tissue or gauze to break the neck, making sure to break it away from your hand to avoid injury from the glass.

What is the correct way to aspirate the medication into the syringe from the ampule?

The syringe should be inserted into the ampule with the needle tip below the liquid level. The ampule can either be upright or inverted, but ensure the needle tip remains submerged to avoid drawing in air.

What should be done if air bubbles are present in the syringe after aspiration?

If air bubbles are present, gently tap the syringe to move the bubbles to the top, then push the plunger to expel the air without wasting any medication.

What steps should be taken before injecting the medication into the client?

Before injecting the medication, ensure the syringe is labeled with the medication's details, the injection site is disinfected with an alcohol swab, and any leftover ampule glass is disposed of in a sharps container.