The Nurse Is Teaching a Patient How to Inject Low-Molecular-Weight

question 29

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching a patient how to inject low-molecular-weight heparin.What instruction should be included in the teaching plan?

• A)The injection can be given in the abdomen or the upper thighs.
• B)Before injecting the medication,be sure to expel the air bubble in the syringe.
• C)After inserting the needle,pull back on the plunger of the syringe before injecting the medication.
• D)After injecting the medication,apply gentle pressure to the injection site for 30 to 60 seconds.

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