The nurse administers a subcutaneous injection of heparin into the client's abdomen. Which action should the nurse perform next?
1. Recap the needle before discarding it.
2. Massage the area to improve absorption.
3. Apply pressure to the site if bleeding occurs.
4. Pinch the skin while removing the needle.
Correct Answer: 3
The nurse applies pressure to the site only if bleeding occurs, and holds pressure until bleeding stops. Needles should not be recapped, because this increases the risk of accidental needlestick injuries. Massaging the area increases the risk of ecchymosis and speeds absorption, which is not desirable in this instance. The skin should be depressed, not pinched, when the needle is removed.
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