A nurse is teaching the parents of a child with growth hormone deficiency about medication administration. Which action charted by the nurse indicates that the goals for teaching have been met?
A.
Administers growth hormone using correct intramuscular technique
B.
Administers growth hormone using correct subcutaneous technique
C.
Demonstrates ability to properly mix growth hormone with liquids
D.
Rinses inhaler with warm water after each dose is administered
ANS: B
Growth hormone is administered via subcutaneous injections. It is not given orally, intramuscularly, or by inhalation.
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