The nurse administers the intramuscular medication of iron by the Z-track method. The medica-tion was administered by this method to:
1. Provide faster absorption of the medication
2. Reduce discomfort from the needle
3. Provide more even absorption of the drug
4. Prevent the drug from irritating sensitive tissue
ANS: 4
The Z-track method is used to minimize local skin irritation by sealing the medication in muscle tissue. The Z-track method does not provide faster absorption of the medication. The Z-track method does not reduce discomfort from the needle. The Z-track method does not provide a more even absorption of the drug.
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