The Nurse Is Preparing to Provide a Subcutaneous Injection

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to provide a subcutaneous injection. The nurse's technique would correctly include

• A) Pointing the bevel of the needle up before piercing the skin.
• B) Selecting a 14 gauge, 1-1/2'' needle.
• C) Placing the total dose of 2.5 mL medication in one syringe.
• D) Donning sterile gloves.

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