Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
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Which statement made by the student nurse indicates the need for further teaching regarding the administration of heparin?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Heparin is administered subcutaneously without aspiration, as aspirating can cause tissue damage and increase bleeding risk. The other statements are correct: heparin is injected 1ÔÇô2 inches from the umbilicus, massage is avoided to prevent hematoma, and PTT is monitored to assess therapeutic effect.