Which Principles of Medication Administration Will Be Taught to a Patient

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which principles of medication administration will be taught to a patient who will be administering his own subcutaneous injections?

• A) Use a 22-gauge, 5/8-inch needle.
• B) Rotate sites among the upper arm, abdomen, and anterior thigh.
• C) Avoid injecting within 3 inches of a previous injection site.
• D) Insert the needle at a 30-degree angle to the skin.

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