The Student Is Preparing to Give Her First Subcutaneous Injection

question 60

Multiple Choice

The student is preparing to give her first subcutaneous injection to her client. What information that she shares with her instructor about this skill indicates the need for more teaching? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A) " I will choose an area to administer avoiding bony prominences."
• B) " I will choose a 3 ml syringe with a 22 -25 gauge needle for injection."
• C) " I will wear gloves when cleaning the site and administering injection."
• D) " I will not give more than 5 mls of medication by this route."
• E) " I will gently pat the site with an antiseptic swab after injection."

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