Which Action by the Nurse Is Most Accurate When Administering

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which action by the nurse is most accurate when administering an intradermal injection?

• A) Insert the needle at a 45-degree angle.
• B) Inject 0.1 mL.
• C) Use a 22-gauge needle.
• D) Wipe the site with alcohol after injection.

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Definitions:

Effort Justification

A phenomenon where people attribute a greater value to an outcome they had to put effort into achieving, often to reduce cognitive dissonance.

Post-Decision Dissonance

A form of regret or psychological discomfort experienced after making a challenging decision.

Attitude-Behavior Consistency

The degree to which a person's attitudes (feelings and beliefs) are reflected in their behaviors or actions.

Behavioral Intention

The motivational factors that predict an individual’s planned actions or behaviors, influenced by attitudes and perceptions.