The Purpose of Aspirating When Administering an IM Injection Is

question 67

Multiple Choice

The purpose of aspirating when administering an IM injection is to

• A) prevent air bubbles from entering the tissues.
• B) ensure that the needle is not in a blood vessel.
• C) reduce patient discomfort.
• D) prevent tissue damage.

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