The nurse is preparing to provide a subcutaneous injection. The nurse's technique would correctly include
1. Pointing the bevel of the needle up before piercing the skin.
2. Selecting a 14 gauge, 1-1/2?8" needle.
3. Placing the total dose of 2.5 mL medication in one syringe.
4. Donning sterile gloves.
ANS: 1
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