While preparing to give an IM injection, the nurse aspirates and blood appears in the syringe. The nurse should:

Withdraw the needle partially, redirect and reinsert it, and again aspirate, then administer the medication.

Withdraw the needle, discard the medication, and start over.

Administer the drug, but expect a small hematoma at the injection site.

Continue to administer the drug, just inject more slowly than usual.