Clinical Situation: Janice is a 40-year-old obese client who has just returned from surgery following gastric bypass surgery. She has several medications ordered using the parenteral route
-Vistaril is an irritating medication that should be administered using the Z-track method.Which one of the following statements is most correct regarding the Z-track?

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The Z-track method is a technique used when administering irritating medications such as Vistaril to minimize tissue irritation and staining. After inserting the needle, it is important to wait about 10 seconds before removing the needle to allow the medication to disperse properly and prevent leakage into the surrounding tissues. Aspiration should also be performed to check for proper needle placement and the absence of blood return. Massaging the skin is not necessary. All air should be expelled from the syringe before administration, but this is not specific to the Z-track method.

Clinical Situation: Janice Is a 40-Year-Old Obese Client Who Has