A nurse needs to administer an intradermal injection to a client. Which of the following is the most common site for administering an intradermal injection?
A) Forearm
B) Chest
C) Back
D) Stomach
A
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The most common site for an intradermal injection is the inner aspect of the forearm. Intradermal injections are commonly used for diagnostic purposes. Examples include tuberculin tests and allergy testing. Small volumes, usually 0.01 to 0.05 ml, are injected because of the small tissue space. Other areas that may be used are the back and the upper chest, not the stomach.
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