- When assessing respirations, the nurse should document their rate, rhythm, depth, and quality.
- For a subcutaneous injection, the nurse should use a 5/8" 25G needle.
- The notation “AA & O × 3” indicates that the patient is awake, alert, and oriented to person (knows who he is), place (knows where he is), and time (knows the date and time).
- For a subcutaneous injection, the nurse should use a 5/8" 25G needle.
- The notation “AA & O × 3” indicates that the patient is awake, alert, and oriented to person (knows who he is), place (knows where he is), and time (knows the date and time).