When injecting an intravenous bolus of medication into an existing IV site:

a. use a 14- to 16-gauge needle for rapid administration.
b. flush the IV site with 20 mL of fluid before giving the medication.
c. pinch the IV line above the medication port before giving the medication.
d. open the flow regulator to allow a 1- to 2-minute fluid flush after giving the medication.

c

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