To reduce the possibility of local tissue reactions to intramuscular injection of penicillin, the nurse:
a. replaces the needle that was used to withdraw medication from the vial.
b. places pressure on the site following injection.
c. uses a large-gauge needle for administration.
d. uses a small-gauge needle for administration.
ANS: A
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A Correct: If the needle is not changed, some medication adheres on the outside of the needle after withdrawal from the vial. This can cause local tissue reactions.
B Incorrect: This will help prevent the medication from seeping out the injection hole.
C Incorrect: This has no impact on preventing local tissue reactions.
D Incorrect: This has no impact on preventing local tissue reactions.
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