When administering an immunization to an infant or child, a needle with a gauge (G) of ________ should be used.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
25
Because children have small muscles and little subcutaneous tissue, a small needle, gauge 25, should be used when administering immunizations.
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