Which method of parenteral drug administration calls for pulling the skin and subcutaneous tissue to the side before inserting the needle at the site?
A. Subcutaneous
B. Z-track
C. Intradermal
D. Intravenous
E. Transdermal
B. Z-track
To use the Z-track method for intramuscular injections, pull the skin to one side before inserting the needle. Release the skin after injecting the drug to seal off the needle track.
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