A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client by the intradermal r

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A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client by the intradermal route. After applying gloves and cleaning the site with an antiseptic swab, in what order should the nurse take the steps below to administer the medication? (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the order of performance. Use all the steps.)

A. Withdraw the needle

B. Insert the needle at a 15 degree angle

C. Use the nondominant hand to stretch the skin.

D. Activate the needle safety device.

E. Inject the medication

Explanation / Answer

The order of performance is

C. Use the nondominant hand to stretch the skin

D. Activate the needle safety device

B. Insert the needle at a 15 degree angle

E. Inject the medication

A. Withdraw the needle

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