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Title: Which statement by the patient is an indication to use the Z-track method?
Post by: danielarincon26 on Jan 18, 2018
Which statement by the patient is an indication to use the Z-track method?
 
  a. I'm really afraid that a big needle will hurt.
  b. The last shot like that turned my skin colors.
  c. I am allergic to many medications.
  d. My legs are too obese for the needle to go through.


Title: Which statement by the patient is an indication to use the Z-track method?
Post by: fdsafdsa on Jan 18, 2018
B
The Z-track is indicated when the medication being administered has the potential to irritate sensitive tissues. The Z-track method is not meant to reduce discomfort from the procedure. If a patient is allergic to a medication, it should not be administered. If a patient has additional subcutaneous tissue to go through, a needle of a different size may be selected.