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A nurse is providing education to a patient about self-administering subcutaneous injections.Which of these patient statements indicates that the patient understands the instructions?
A) "I need to use a needle 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) longer than my thumb."
B) "I will give the medicine deep into my deltoid."
C) "My belly is a good place to give my injection."
D) "I need to throw the syringe and needle into the garbage when I am done giving myself my shot."
Subcutaneous Injections
A method of administering medication into the fatty layer beneath the skin.
Self-Administering
The act of a patient taking medication or performing a medical treatment on themselves without the direct assistance of healthcare personnel.
Patient Statements
Documentation of a patient's health concerns, symptoms, and experiences, expressed during a healthcare encounter, used for diagnostic and treatment purposes.
- Evaluate patient understanding of self-administered medication instructions, demonstrating effective patient education.
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Learning Objectives
- Evaluate patient understanding of self-administered medication instructions, demonstrating effective patient education.
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