When withdrawing a dose of medication from an ampule, the first step is to
A. inspect the container to see if there is medication in the top portion.
B. use a standard hypodermic syringe and needle to withdraw the medication.
C. inject an amount of air equal to the amount of medication you plan to withdraw.
D. securely grip the neck with bare hands and break at the scored line.
Answer: A
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