A nurse observes a newly licensed nurse administer enoxaparin subcutaneously using a pre- filled syringe. Which of the following indicates appropriate medication administration?

B. This range represents the normal serum magnesium level. It is important for maintaining neuromuscular function and other vital processes in the body.

A. This range is too low for normal serum magnesium levels. Magnesium levels below this range can indicate hypomagnesemia, which can lead to symptoms such as muscle cramps, tremors, and cardiac arrhythmias.

C. This range is too high for normal serum magnesium levels. Elevated magnesium levels (hypermagnesemia) can occur in conditions such as renal failure or excessive magnesium intake, leading to symptoms like weakness, decreased reflexes, and in severe cases, cardiac arrest.

D. While this range is broader and includes the correct normal range (1.3-2.1 mEq/L), it also includes values that are below and above normal. Values below 1.3 mEq/L can indicate hypomagnesemia, while values above 2.1 mEq/L can indicate hypermagnesemia.

D. Administering the injection in the love handles, 2 inches from the umbilicus. It is important not to remove the air bubble from the prefilled syringe, as it is designed to ensure the entire dose of medication is administered.

A. Enoxaparin should not be transferred into another syringe unless specifically instructed by the manufacturer or pharmacy guidelines. Pre-filled syringes are designed to deliver the correct dose accurately and safely.

B. It is important not to remove the air bubble from the prefilled syringe, as it is designed to ensure the entire dose of medication is administered.

C. A 30-degree angle is too shallow for subcutaneous injections and may result in the medication being deposited too close to the skin surface, potentially causing irritation or affecting absorption.