CPNRE Practice Exam Questions and answers

CPNRE Practice Exam Questions and answers The nurse is administering heparin via the subcutaneous route. Which intervention should the nurse implement? a. Prepare the medication using a 25-gauge, ½ inch needle b. After injecting the needle, aspirate and observe for blood c. After removing the needle, massage the area gently d. Administer the medication in the client's "love handles" Prepare the medication using a 25-gauge, ½ inch needle Knowledge: The nurse should NOT aspirate for blood when administering heparin because this can damage surrounding tissue and cause bruising. The nurse should not massage after injecting heparin because this may cause bruising or bleeding. Heparin is administered in the abdomen at least 2 inches from umbilicus-best practice. The nurse is administering morning medications on a medical floor. Which medication should the nurse administer first?