The nurse may safely administer iron dextran injections by which of the following techniques?

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Iron dextran injections should be administered intramuscularly with a Z-track method of administration to prevent leakage of the iron solution into subcutaneous tissue, which can cause staining and irritation. The use of a half-inch or longer needle with a gauge no smaller than 22 is recommended to avoid clogging the needle with the viscous iron solution. Subcutaneous injection is not recommended as it can cause discoloration and irritation at the injection site. Intradermal injection is not recommended for iron dextran as it is too viscous and a very small amount of medication can be administered with this technique. A half-inch, 28-gauge needle may not be long enough and the gauge may be too small.

The Nurse May Safely Administer Iron Dextran Injections by Which