Cardiovascular Drugs and Medications Q 53

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SC heparin should be administered in the:

  

     A. Flank

     B. Abdominal fat

     C. Leg

     D. Gluteal area

    

    

Correct Answer: B. Abdominal fat

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Heparin should be given in the abdominal area around the umbilicus, deep into the fat. The preferred site of injection is the abdominal area. Injections must be given 2 inches away from the umbilicus.

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Option A: The medication prescribed should be injected into subcutaneous tissue. This is the tissue between the fat layer just under the skin and over the top of the muscles.

Option C: Subcutaneous tissue is all over the body, but one of the most common areas for subcutaneous injections is the front and outer sides of the thighs

Option D: If there is a need for another area to inject Heparin, the client may use the thighs or buttocks. Rotate the sites of injections. Avoid injecting a bruised area.

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