The nurse needs to administer an IM injection to a client who is 7 months old. Which is the best site for the nurse to use for the injection?
1. Deltoid
2. Dorsogluteal
3. Ventrogluteal
4. Vastus lateralis
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4. The preferred IM injection site for clients under the age of 12 months is the vastus lateralis muscle because it is a relatively large muscle mass without major nerves and blood vessels, has a consistent layer of fat, and has a good safety record.
1. The deltoid is suitable for well-developed children and adolescents with use of a -inch needle.
2. The dorsogluteal site is contraindicated because of the major anatomical structures it contains.
3. The ventrogluteal site is a safe site for injections with all age groups; however, the vastus lateralis is preferred site for infants.
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