The nurse has to administer a subcutaneous injection of Lovenox to her client. What proper size needle does she need?

a. 1/2, 3/8, and 5/8 inches
b. 1½ and 2 inches
c. The standard TB syringe
d. The standard 3-inch needle


a. 1/2, 3/8, and 5/8 inches
FEEDBACK:
a. The proper sizes of needles for both subcutaneous and intradermal injections are 1/2-, 3/8-, and 5/8-inch needles.
b. 1½- and 2-inch needles are used typically for intramuscular injections. .
c. The standard TB syringe is a syringe that holds small amounts of medication, less than 1 milliliter. .
d. The standard 3-inch needle is not used for subcutaneous injections. .

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