When administering heparin subcutaneously, the nurse will follow which procedure?
A) Aspirating the syringe before injecting the medication
B) Massaging the site after injection
C) Use the same area for each injection.
D) Using a 1/2- to 5/8-inch 25- to 27-gauge needle
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