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CBme

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The nurse is preparing to administer a subcutaneous does of insulin to a patient with diabetes. Which two sites might the nurse use that would provide the best absorption of the injection? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Upper arm
  b. Abdomen
  c. Thigh
  d. Upper buttocks

Question 2

The nursing student is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to her patient. She states to her instructor,
 
  I'm going to administer this medication in my patient's buttocks at the dorsogluteal site. What is the most appropriate response by the instructor?
  a. Okay. Explain the procedure to me and you are good to go.
  b. This may not be the best site owing to proximity of the sciatic nerve.
  c. I agree, this is a good site for thin patients such as this one.
  d. Okay, but first be sure to locate the bony landmarks carefully.


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dmurph1496

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


CBme

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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