The nurse is preparing to give an aqueous intramuscular (IM) injection to an average-sized adult. Which actions are appropriate?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Choose a 26- or 27-gauge, - to -inch needle.
b. Choose a 22- to 27-gauge, 1- to -inch needle.
c. Choose the dorsogluteal site, the preferred site for IM injections for adults.
d. Insert the needle at a 45-degree angle.
e. Insert the needle at a 90-degree angle.
f. Before injecting the medication, withdraw the plunger to check for blood return.
Question 2
When giving medications, the nurse will use Standard Precautions, which include what action?
a. Bending the needle to prevent reuse
b. Recapping needles to prevent needle sticks
c. Discarding all syringes and needles in the trash can
d. Discarding all syringes and needles in a puncture-resistant container
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