ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
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Correct Answer: B: Expel the air bubble from the syringe prior to injection.
Rationale: Expelling the air bubble from the syringe before injection is crucial to prevent air embolism. Air embolism can be life-threatening if air enters the bloodstream. By expelling the air bubble, the nurse ensures that only the medication is being injected, promoting client safety.
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Choices:
A: Insert the syringe needle halfway into the client's skin - Incorrect. Enoxaparin is typically administered subcutaneously, not halfway into the skin.
C: Administer the medication into the client's muscle - Incorrect. Enoxaparin is a subcutaneous medication, not meant for intramuscular administration.
D: Apply firm pressure to the injection site following administration - Incorrect. While applying gentle pressure after injection is appropriate to minimize bleeding, it is not the priority action in this scenario.
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