When a nurse is preparing an injection from an ampule, which of these actions should be taken before administering the medication to a client?
a. Discard the ampule.
b. Document the medication on the MAR.
c. Change the needle.
d. Change the syringe.
C
Prior to administering medication from an ampule, the nurse should change the needle to prevent irritation to the subcutaneous tissue.
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