Practice Question
The practical nurse (PN) is administering a 1 mL IM injection to the client. Which action will ensure the best absorption of the medication?
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Correct Answer:
Insert the needle at a 90 degree angle.
Rationale:
⏺️Intramuscular (IM) injections are given at a 90-degree angle to ensure the medication is delivered deep into the muscle tissue, where blood supply is rich and absorption is most effective.
⏺️Using the correct angle prevents the medication from being deposited into subcutaneous tissue, which has slower absorption.
⏺️Needle gauge and syringe size are important but not the main determinant of optimal absorption.
⏺️Injection should be given at a steady pace, not too quickly, to reduce tissue trauma.
⏺️Proper technique reduces complications and ensures the intended therapeutic effect of the medication.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN HESI Exams
- Domain: Fundamentals of Nursing
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