1. Which of the following is NOT a common route for administering parenteral medications? A. Intravenous B. Intramuscular C. Subcutaneous D. Oral Answer: D - Oral. Parenteral medications are administered through routes other than the gastrointestinal tract, such as intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous. 2. The nurse should assess the patient's ___________ before administering parenteral medication. A. Blood pressure B. Skin color C. Allergies D. Temperature Answer: C - Allergies. It is important to assess the patient's allergies before administering any medication to prevent an allergic reaction. 3. When administering an intramuscular injection, the nurse should use a needle length of: A. 1/2 inch B. 1 inch C. 2 inches D. 3 inches Answer: B - 1 inch. The appropriate needle length for an intramuscular injection is 1 inch for most adult patients. 4. Which of the following is an important nursing consideration when administering parenteral medications to pediatric patients? A. Use the same dose as for adults B. Administer the medication slowly C. Use a larger needle size