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The licensed practitioner ordered a series of Imferon shots for Gina, a patient who has iron-deficient anemia. Gina is in the office for her second shot, but she dreads getting the shot because the first one not only hurt, but also caused significant skin irritation. Which of the following would be the best response to Gina's concerns?
A) Tell Gina to tense her muscles while you give the shot to avoid pain
B) Ask Gina if she wants to refuse the shot
C) Ask the physician if another drug can be substituted
D) Administer the Imferon orally
E) Use the Z-track method of injection to reduce subcutaneous irritation
Imferon
A brand name for iron dextran, which is used to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia by replenishing body iron stores.
Z-track
A technique used in intramuscular injection to prevent medication leakage and minimize tissue irritation by displacing skin and tissue layers.
Irritation
A condition of inflamed or painful reaction of the skin, eyes, mucous membranes, or gastrointestinal tract.
- Determine the appropriate method for dispensing medication through different pathways.
- Understand the methods for unique administration techniques, including the Z-track approach.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the appropriate method for dispensing medication through different pathways.
- Understand the methods for unique administration techniques, including the Z-track approach.
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