49. The nurse is preparing to administer Vitamin K, IM (intr…
49. The nurse is preparing to administer Vitamin K, IM (intramuscular) to newborn. Rank the order of interventions for administering of the injection.____ Calm and soothe the infant; reposition infant. Remove gloves, wash hands, and document in medical record.____ Cleanse the area with an alcohol wipe.____ Do not aspirate, and inject rapidly.____ Insert the needle at 90-degree angle to the thigh.____ Locate the correct site. The middle third of the vastus lateralis muscle.____ Prepare medication for injection. A 1-mL syringe with a 5/8 inch, 25-gauge needle.____ Put on gloves to protect against contamination.____ Remove needle quickly, and gently massage the skin with an alcohol swab.____ Stabilize the leg while grasping the tissues (upper thigh) between thumb and finger to prevent sudden movement by newborn and possible injury.
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