The parenteral route of administering medication:

A) is injecting medication through the skin or directly into a vein or artery
B) involves increased costs
C) involves increased risks
D) all of the above

Parenteral Route

Administration of substances, such as medication or nutrients, bypassing the digestive tract, typically through injections.

Injecting Medication

The process of administering drugs directly into the body through a syringe and needle, often into the bloodstream, muscle, or tissue.

Directly Into A Vein

Referring to the administration of medication or fluids through a needle or catheter inserted into a vein, often for rapid effect.