The nurse is preparing to provide a newborn with an injection of vitamin K. In which order should the nurse complete the following steps?

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First, the nurse should bunch the skin to stabilize the injection site (E). Then, cleanse the skin with alcohol and allow it to dry (A). Next, insert the needle at a 90-degree angle (C). After that, aspirate to check for blood and inject the medication slowly (B). Finally, remove the needle and massage the site with an alcohol swab (D).

The Nurse Is Preparing to Provide a Newborn with an Injection