When using wrist restraints, which of these statements is correct?

The proper length of the needle to administer a subcutaneous injection depends on the amount of adipose tissue over the muscle.

The needle should be long enough to reach the subcutaneous layer but not so long that it penetrates the muscle. The needle gauge and length vary depending on the patient’s size and the injection site

Choice A is wrong because the age of the client does not determine the needle length.

However, age may affect the amount of adipose tissue and muscle mass, which are factors to consider when choosing a needle length.

Choice B is wrong because the viscosity of the solution does not determine the needle length. However, viscosity may affect the needle gauge, which is the diameter of the needle.

Thicker solutions may require larger gauge needles to allow easier flow.

Choice D is wrong because the quantity of the solution does not determine the needle length.

However, quantity may affect the syringe size, which is the volume of medication that can be held by the syringe.

The syringe size should match the prescribed dose as closely as possible to ensure accuracy and ease of measurement.

Collaborate with the prescriber about the order. This is because the nurse has a responsibility to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the medication administration and to question any orders that seem inappropriate or unclear. The nurse should not administer the medication as ordered without verifying it first, as this could cause harm to the client or result in a medication error. The nurse should not check to see if previous shift nurses gave the medication, as this does not address the issue of the current order and could lead to missed or duplicated doses. The nurse should not administer only the standard dose of the medication, as this could be against the prescriber’s intention and could compromise the client’s treatment or outcome.

Choice A is wrong because it does not follow the principle of safe medication administration and could put the client at risk of adverse effects or overdose.

Choice B is wrong because it does not respect the prescriber’s authority and could result in underdosing or ineffective therapy for the client.

Choice C is wrong because it does not solve the problem of the current order and could cause confusion or inconsistency in the medication administration.

Choice D is correct because it demonstrates critical thinking and professional accountability, and ensures that the order is appropriate and accurate for the client’s condition and needs.

The normal ranges for medication dosages depend on various factors, such as the type of medication, the route of administration, the client’s age, weight, renal function, liver function, and other comorbidities.

The nurse should always consult reliable sources of information, such as drug guides, pharmacists, or prescribers, to determine the safe and effective dosages for each client