The nurse is going to administer an IM injection. Which needle should she choose?

a. 1-1/2 inch needle
b. 3/8-inch needle
c. 5-inch needle
d. 2- to 5-inch needle


a. 1-1/2 inch needle
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b. A 3/8-inch needle is a shot needle.
c. A 5-inch needle is long and may be used for intraspinal procedures.
d. 2- to 5-inch needles are long and typically used for intra-articular injections.

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