Which is the preferred site for administration of the Hib vaccine to an infant?
a. Deltoid
b. Anterolateral thigh
c. Upper, outer aspect of the arm
d. Dorsal gluteal region
B
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A The deltoid muscle is not used for infants.
B The anterolateral thigh is the preferred site for intramuscular administration of
vaccines for infants.
C Subcutaneous injections can be given in the upper arm. The HIB vaccine is given
by the intramuscular route.
D The dorsal gluteal site is never used for vaccines.
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