In order to minimize discomfort when giving an injection to a client, the nurse should:

spread the skin taut while inserting the needle.

apply heat to the area before the injection.

hold the barrel of the syringe still while injecting the medication.

test for blood return before injecting the medication.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale: Spreading the skin taut while inserting the needle can minimize discomfort by reducing the sensation of the needle puncturing the skin.

Choice B rationale: Applying heat to the area before the injection is not a common practice and may not significantly reduce discomfort during the injection.

Choice C rationale: Holding the barrel of the syringe still while injecting the medication is important for accuracy but does not specifically address minimizing discomfort.

Choice D rationale: Testing for blood return before injecting the medication is a technique used with intramuscular but it does not minimize pain during injection.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale: A DTI is a type of pressure injury that occurs when the skin and underlying soft tissue are compressed between a bony prominence and an external surface for a prolonged period of time.

Choice B rationale: Dressing changes for a DTI would depend on the severity and characteristics of the injury, but a specific frequency is not universally prescribed. Choice C rationale: A DTI is not typically caused by overhydration but is associated with pressure-related damage to underlying tissues.

Choice D rationale: DTI is not a partial thickness injury, but rather an injury to the deep layers of tissue that may not be visible on the surface. A partial thickness injury involves damage to the epidermis and/or dermis, such as a stage 2 pressure ulcer.

A. magnesium of 1.8 mEq/L B. potassium 3.6 mEq/L C. calcium of 8.7 mg/dL D. phosphorus of 1.2 mg/dl.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale: A serum magnesium level of 1.8 mEq/L is lower than the normal range and can be associated with alcohol withdrawal.

Choice B rationale: Potassium level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

Choice C rationale: Calcium level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

Choice D rationale: Phosphorus level within the normal range is not specifically indicative of alcohol withdrawal.

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