The nurse is preparing to administer 4 units of regular insulin to a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following equipment does the nurse need to perform the injection?
a) 27-gauge, ½" needle
b) Nursing assessment sheet
c) 27-gauge, 1" needle
d) 22-gauge, ½" needle
e) 22-gauge 1" needle
f) Medication administration record
Answer:
a) 27-gauge, ½" needle
f) Medication administration record
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