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    Ati Pn Pharmacology 2020 Proctored Exam 2

    A nurse is preparing to administer an IM injection to a client who has gonorrhea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. The needle size may be appropriate, but the Z-track technique should be used to prevent leakage of the medication into subcutaneous tissue. B. The site may be appropriate, but the Z-track technique should be used. C. Aspiration is necessary to ensure the needle is not in a blood vessel before injecting the medication. D. The Z-track technique helps prevent the medication from leaking into subcutaneous tissue.

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