A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following is...

A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?

Use a 22-gauge needle to inject the medication
Inject the medication into the abdomen above the level of the iliac crest
Massage the injection site after administration of the medication
Use a 1-inch needle to inject the medication

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Correct answer.

D. Use a one inch needle to inject the medication.

A subcutaneous injection always given in 25 to 26 gauge needle in 1cm length .

Option A is incorrect , because 22 gauge needle is larger gauge size that is used for IV injection.

The injection site in abdomen is around the umbilicus. So option B also wrong .

Massaging after heparin injection is contraindicated as it cause bruising and tissue death. Option C also incorrect.

Nightingale answered 2 years ago

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