Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone using the z-track technique to a client who has gonorrhea. After the nurse performs hand hygiene and reconstitutes the medication, identify the sequence the nurse should use to administer the medication.
Correct answer
A,C,B
Rationale
Z-track sequence: pull skin laterally, aspirate and inject, then remove needle and release skin to prevent leakage and irritation.