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The nurse observes the student administering an intramuscular injection using the Z-track technique. Which action reflects proper procedure?
1. The student inserts the needle at a 90° angle and then uses the radial side of the nondominant hand to pull the skin approximately 3 cm to the side.
2. The student uses the ulnar side of the nondominant hand to pull the skin approximately 2.5 cm to the side and inserts the needle at a 90° angle.
3. After injecting the medication, the student releases the skin and waits 10 seconds before removing the needle.
4. After injecting the medication, the student waits 5 seconds before removing the needle and releasing the skin.
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The answer made sense with the explanation you gave!

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