Syringe Reading Practice
A worksheet to practice reading and interpreting measurements on various types of syringes, essential for accurate medication administration.
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Syringe Reading Practice
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Carefully observe the syringe diagrams and answer the questions that follow. Pay close attention to the markings and units of measurement to ensure accuracy.
1. What is the smallest increment shown on a 1 mL syringe if there are 10 major markings between 0 mL and 1 mL, and each major marking is further divided into 5 smaller markings?
0.1 mL
0.05 mL
0.02 mL
0.01 mL
2. A U-100 insulin syringe is calibrated in which units?
Milliliters (mL)
Cubic centimeters (cc)
Units
Milligrams (mg)
3. When reading a syringe, always read the measurement at the bottom edge of the .
4. A 5 mL syringe usually has major markings for every mL.
5. The volume of liquid in a syringe is typically measured in or cubic centimeters.
6. A tuberculin (TB) syringe is designed for administering very small, precise doses of medication.
True
False
7. For a 3 mL syringe, each small line often represents 0.1 mL.
True
False
8. Describe the difference in how you would read a 1 mL syringe compared to a 10 mL syringe, focusing on the precision of the markings.
9. Look at the image of the syringe below. What volume of liquid is indicated?
