When the nurse is preparing to draw up medication for a subcutaneous injection for an older adult client, the choice is:
a. a 1 mL syringe with a 5/8 inch, 25 gauge needle.
b. a 1 mL syringe with a 1 inch 27 gauge needle.
c. a 2 mL syringe with a 1/2 inch, 22 gauge needle.
d. a 3 mL syringe with a 1/4 inch, 28 gauge needle.
ANS: A
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A Correct: A maximum of 1 mL can be injected into subcutaneous tissue. A 1/2- to 5/8-inch needle with a 25-28-gauge needle is appropriate for a subcutaneous injection.
B Incorrect: This needle is too long and will probably enter the client's muscle.
C Incorrect: The syringe and needle gauge are more appropriate for an IM injection.
D Incorrect: The syringe is too large for small calibrations and the 1/4-inch needle is used for intradermal injections.
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