The nurse has just injected insulin subcutaneously into the client's abdomen.What action should the nurse take at this point?

A) Massage the site to encourage absorption
B) Leave the needle in the client's skin for 10 seconds after administration
C) Assess for signs of hypoglycemia
D) Cover the injection site with a bandage until the bleb disappears

Insulin Subcutaneously

The method of administering insulin by injection under the skin to manage blood glucose levels in individuals with diabetes.

Hypoglycemia

A condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose in the blood, often resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, and confusion.

Needle

A slender, pointed instrument used for sewing or as part of medical devices for injecting substances into the body or drawing fluids from it.