When administering insulin to a client,the nurse will rotate injection sites primarily to prevent:

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Rotating injection sites prevents lipodystrophy, which is the localized thickening or thinning of fatty tissue where insulin is injected. This insulin absorption issue can lead to variations in insulin absorption and unpredictable changes in blood glucose levels. Systemic absorption of insulin, abscess development, and ineffective dosing can also be prevented through appropriate injection techniques, but rotation of injection sites primarily prevents lipodystrophy.

When Administering Insulin to a Client,the Nurse Will Rotate Injection