What Actions Does the Nurse Take When Administering Subcutaneous (SC)

What actions does the nurse take when administering subcutaneous (SC) injections? (Select all that apply.)

A) Chooses a 26 to 28 gauge needle
B) Inserts the needle at a 45 to 90 degree angle
C) Assesses the vastus lateralis site
D) Administers the medication with the Z-track method
E) Uses a needle 3/8 to 1 inch long