A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?

A. Use the Z-track method to administer the medication is typically used for intramuscular injections to prevent medication from leaking back into the subcutaneous tissue. It is not appropriate for subcutaneous heparin injections and does not help minimize bleeding. B. Grasp skin between thumb and forefinger throughout the injection helps to stabilize the tissue and ensure the medication is delivered into the subcutaneous layer. This technique can help minimize bleeding and bruising by reducing tissue trauma during the injection. C. Gently massage the site following the injection is not recommended for heparin injections as it can increase the risk of bleeding and bruising. Massaging the site can cause the medication to spread into the surrounding tissue, leading to hematoma formation. D. Aspirate the syringe prior to injecting the heparin is not necessary for subcutaneous injections and can increase the risk of bleeding. Aspiration is typically done for intramuscular injections to ensure the needle is not in a blood vessel, but it is not required for subcutaneous heparin administration.