The nurse reviews the list of medications that will be administered through a client's new gastrostomy tube. All medications were previously given PO.

Which medication order will the nurse question?

D This action involves escalating the issue to a higher authority who can provide guidance and support. The nursing supervisor can assess the situation, provide advice on managing the critically ill client, and potentially reassign the nurse or provide additional resources.

A. This option does not address the immediate need to ensure the patient's safety and continuity of care. It's important to consider patient welfare and seek appropriate support before considering leaving the unit.

B. Discussing the client's care with another nurse could be a subsequent step, but it does not address the immediate need to ensure the nurse is qualified to provide the necessary care.

C. Proceeding without addressing the issue could jeopardize patient safety and is not ethically or professionally responsible. It's crucial to acknowledge limitations and seek appropriate assistance.

A. This is located on the lateral side of the thigh. It is a commonly used site for infants, toddlers, and young children, as well as adults who require large-volume injections.

B. This site is located on the hip or gluteal region. It is considered one of the safest and least painful sites for intramuscular injections in adults. It is also used when the volume of medication is larger or when the dorsogluteal site is contraindicated.

E. This site is located on the upper arm, specifically the lateral aspect. It is commonly used for vaccines and medications that require smaller volumes in adults and older children.

C. There is no specific muscle called the "rectus lateralis." It seems to be a combination of the rectus femoris (a muscle in the quadriceps group of the thigh) and the vastus lateralis. However, neither "rectus lateralis" nor "rectus femoris" is commonly used as a distinct injection site in clinical practice.

D. This site is located on the buttocks. Historically, it was a commonly used site for intramuscular injections, but it has fallen out of favor due to the potential risk of injury to the sciatic nerve and superior gluteal artery.