A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection to a 9-month-old child. Which of the following injection sites would be appropriate for the nurse to consider using? Select all that apply
a. vastus lateralis c. rectus femoris
b. dorsogluteal d. ventro gluteal
A, C
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Correct For the infant, the preferred injection site is the vastus lateralis.
The rectus femoris is also an acceptable option.
Incorrect The dorsogluteal site should be used only for the child who has been walking for at least 1 full year.
The ventro gluteal muscle is used for children who are older than 3 years of age.
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