The nurse has an order to administer a dose of a medication by the subcutaneous route.The nurse would avoid using a site where the skin is

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Bruised skin indicates tissue damage or inflammation, which could affect the absorption and effectiveness of the medication. The other options - shiny, hairy, and pale - do not necessarily affect the subcutaneous administration of medication.

The Nurse Has an Order to Administer a Dose of a Medication