After administering an intradermal (ID)injection for a skin test,the nurse notices a small bleb at the injection site.The best action for the nurse to take at this time is to:

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The formation of a small bleb at the injection site is the desired response for a skin test. It indicates that the injection was properly administered and the test is valid. The nurse should not massage, apply heat or report the bleb to the physician as long as it is small and expected. Doing so may compromise the skin test and the results of the test. Therefore, the best action for the nurse to take at this time is to do nothing.

After Administering an Intradermal (ID)injection for a Skin Test,the Nurse