The nurse needs to administer insulin subcutaneously to an obese patient. Which is the proper technique for this injection?
a. Using the Z-track method
b. Inserting the needle at a 5- to 15-degree angle until resistance is felt
c. Pinching the skin at the injection site, and then inserting the needle to below the tissue fold at a 90-degree angle
d. Spreading the skin tightly over the injection site, inserting the needle, and then releasing the skin
ANS: C
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