The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Subcutaneous Injection

question 4

Short Answer

The nurse is preparing to administer a subcutaneous injection. The needle should be inserted at an angle of ______ degrees.

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Definitions:

Vulnerable Patient

An individual who may be at increased risk for health care disparities or poorer health outcomes due to socio-economic, cultural, age, or health-related factors.

Health Fair

An event typically organized by community health organizations to offer health screenings, information, and resources to the public.

Nontraditional Healing Practices

Relates to methods of treatment and healing that fall outside the realm of conventional Western medicine, including herbalism, acupuncture, and spiritual healing.

Public Health Nursing

Nursing specialty that requires the nurse to care for the needs of populations or groups.