The nurse wants to avoid administering a subcutaneous dose of heparin intramuscularly. Which of the following actions by the nurse will most effectively reduce the chances of IM administration?
a. The nurse should use only a 1-inch needle.
b. The nurse should administer the injection in the upper arm.
c. The nurse should administer the drug in the abdomen.
d. The nurse should administer the injection in the upper thigh.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: The nurse should use a 5/8 inch needle.
B Incorrect: This is an area of muscle.
C Correct: This site has plenty of subcutaneous tissue and little muscle.
D Incorrect: This is an area of muscle.
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