To Prevent Complications from Intramuscular Injections, a Nurse Should Do

question 2

Multiple Choice

To prevent complications from intramuscular injections, a nurse should do which of the following? Select all that apply.

• A)Wash hands before preparing injections.
• B)Make the needle puncture slowly and with caution.
• C)Apply a bandage after giving the injection.
• D)Document the site of the injection.
• E)Wash hands when entering a client's room.

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Definitions:

CNS

Central Nervous System, comprising the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling body functions.

Glial Cell

Non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that provide support, nutrition, and insulation between neurons.

Microglia

A type of glial cell located throughout the brain and spinal cord, acting as the primary form of active immune defense in the central nervous system.

CNS

Central Nervous System, which comprises the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling the majority of functions of the body and mind.