Change question stem, answer options, rationale, and cognitive level as follows: The student nurse is preparing to administer an iron preparation via the intramuscular (IM) route
Which action by the student indicates the need for further instruction? a. The student changes needles after drawing up the medication.
b. The student chooses a 1 1/2 inch needle.
c. The student chooses a 20-gauge needle.
d. The student uses the Z-track technique when administering the injection.
B
When administering an IM iron preparation, it is important to change the needle after drawing up the medication and use a 19- to 20-gauge, 3-inch needle for injection since iron is irritating to the tissues. A Z-track method will prevent staining of the skin.
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