In reconstituting an antibiotic in powder form, the nurse:
a. always uses normal saline.
b. uses as small a gauge needle as is available.
c. changes the needle used to reconstitute the medication before administering the drug to the client.
d. always administers the medication intramuscularly.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Most often the diluent is sterile water, but you must follow the manufacturer's instructions or those in the current nursing reference.
B Incorrect: An 18-gauge needle is best.
C Correct: The nurse should change the needle, because there may be medication on the outside of the needle. Plus, the needle may have dulled while being inserted through the rubber stopper.
D Incorrect: Not all reconstituted medication is administered IM; most is administered IV.
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