Author Question: An experienced nurse recognizes that the dorsogluteal injection site is no longer used for ... (Read 78 times)

craiczarry · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

An experienced nurse recognizes that the dorsogluteal injection site is no longer used for intramuscular injections because of the risk of damaging the _______________.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A client develops respiratory distress during suctioning of the endotracheal (ET) tube. The nurse should:

A. Remove and reinsert the catheter
B. Continue to remove thick secretions
C. Administer oxygen directly through the catheter
D. Encourage the client to cough and deep-breathe

connor417 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

sciatic nerve
Recent evidence supports avoiding the traditional dorsogluteal route in favor of the ventrogluteal site. Therefore, the dorsogluteal site should not be used as a site for IM injection. Studies have demonstrated that the exact location of the sciatic nerve varies from one person to another. If a needle hits the sciatic nerve, the patient may experience permanent or partial paralysis of the involved leg.

Answer to Question 2

C
C. If client develops respiratory distress during the suction procedure, oxygen can be administered directly through the catheter.
A, B, and D. If client develops respiratory distress during the suction procedure, immediately withdraw catheter and supply additional oxygen and breaths as needed.