question 27: the nurse is preparing to admini...
question 27: the nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin 30 mg subcutaneously using a pre - filled syringe containing 30 mg in 0.3 ml. which action should the nurse implement? a. hold the skin fold throughout the injection. b. insert the needle at a 90 degree angle. c. retain the air bubble in the syringe barrel. d. massage the area after injection.
Answer
# Brief Explanations:
When administering enoxaparin subcutaneously, holding the skin fold throughout the injection helps ensure proper delivery and reduces the risk of intramuscular injection. Inserting at 90 - degree is for intramuscular or some other subcutaneous injections with larger volumes, not typical for enoxaparin. The air - bubble should be expelled as it is not a necessary part of enoxaparin administration. Massaging the injection site can cause bruising and is contraindicated.
# Answer:
A. Hold the skin fold throughout the injection.