A child with growth hormone deficiency will be receiving a daily subcutaneous injection of biosynthetic growth hormone.The parents are being trained to administer the injection.Which instruction is most important for the nurse to include in parent instructions?

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It is important to rotate the injection sites to prevent tissue atrophy and other complications associated with frequent injections in the same site. Avoiding alcohol before injection is not recommended as it increases the risk of infection. Using only the legs for injection sites is not necessary as other areas such as the upper arm, abdomen, and buttocks can also be used. Delaying the injection by a day if the child becomes upset is not recommended as it may disrupt the dosing schedule and affect treatment outcomes.

A Child with Growth Hormone Deficiency Will Be Receiving a Daily