Author Question: The nurse injects the medication into the loose connective tissue just under the dermis when giving ... (Read 22 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse injects the medication into the loose connective tissue just under the dermis when giving a _____________ injection.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

To perform oral pharyngeal suctioning, a nurse should first:

A. Apply gloves and mask
B. Reassess respiratory status
C. Remove the client's oxygen source
D. Connect the tubing and suction catheter

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

Answer to Question 1

subcutaneous
A subcutaneous injection involves depositing medication into the loose connective tissue underlying the dermis.

Answer to Question 2

A
A. See Skill 24-1, Implementation: 1. Perform hand hygiene, and apply gloves. Apply mask or face shield.
B. See Skill 24-1, Implementation: 8. Observe respiratory status. Repeat procedure, if indicated.
C. See Skill 24-1, Implementation: 5. Remove client's oxygen mask, if present. Nasal cannula may remain in place. Keep oxygen mask near client's face.
D. See Skill 24-1, Implementation: 4. Connect one end of connecting tubing to suction machine and other to Yankauer suction catheter. Check that equipment is functioning properly by suctioning small amount of water or normal saline from cup or basin.