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APUS57

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The nurse instructs the family member who is to administer subcutaneous insulin to:
 
  A. Massage the site after the injection
  B. Select a 25-gauge, - to 5/8-inch needle
  C. Insert the needle at a 45-degree angle if 2 inches of tissue can be pinched
  D. Rotate injection sites each time from one major site to another

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient how to use a topical medication. Which statement indicates an understanding of the procedure?
 
  a. If the patch starts to come off, I can secure it with tape.
  b. If the patch falls off, I will put a new one on in the same place.
  c. If my skin is irritated, I will cleanse it using water only.
  d. I can dispose of used materials in the household trash as usual.



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Answer to Question 1

B
B. A 25-gauge, - to 5/8-inch needle deposits medication into the subcutaneous tissue of an average-size adult.
A. Massage can damage underlying tissue.
C. Angle of insertion is 90 degrees for an obese client.
D. Systematic rotation of insulin injection can take place in one site.

Answer to Question 2

C
If skin is inflamed, instruct patients to use only warm water rinse without soap for cleansing.
Instruct the patient on how to manage a transdermal patch that begins to peel off before the next dose is due. Rather than tape the patch or cover it, instruct the patient to remove the patch, clean the skin, and apply a new patch to a different area. Instruct the patient to wrap applicators, used patches, and similar materials and dispose of them into cardboard or plastic disposable containers. Careful disposal is necessary to ensure the safety of the patient, other adults, pets, and children.




APUS57

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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