Question 15 of 35

For the same patient as in the preceeding question (a 56-year old woman who informs you that she is allergic to PABA), you notice that she is experiencing pain as you are administering her last injection. She has received a PSA, MSA , ASA, GP and you are about to adminster the NP. What are some things you should confirm prior to the next injection:

1. is the needle dull?
2. is there a barb on the end of the needle?
3. is she allergic to the local anesthetic you are using?
4. is she allergic to the topical anesthetic you are using?
   1. all of the above
   2. 1 and 2 only
   3. 3 and 4 only
   4. 1, 3 and 4 only