HESI MED SURG QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
The nurse is giving an IM injection. Upon aspiration, the nurse notices blood return in the syringe. What should the nurse do? a. Administer the injection at a slower rate. b. Withdraw the needle and prepare the injection again. c. Pull the needle back slightly and inject the medication. d. Give the injection and hold pressure over the site for 3 minutes. ANS: B Blood return upon aspiration indicates improper placement, and the injection should not be given. Instead withdraw the needle, dispose of the syringe and needle properly, and prepare the medication again. Administering the medication into a blood vessel could have dangerous adverse effects, and the medication will be absorbed faster than intended owing to increased blood flow. Holding pressure is not
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