Which of the following is true about the Z-track injection?

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In a Z-track injection, the skin is pulled laterally to the side and held in place while the medication is injected into the muscle. The needle is then removed before the skin is released, which is why it is important to not slide the skin back until after the needle is removed. The injection is typically done at a 90-degree angle, and creating a wheal or rubbing vigorously after injection is not necessary or recommended. Entering at a 45-degree angle is not the correct technique for a Z-track injection.

Which of the Following Is True About the Z-Track Injection