Guidelines for intramuscular administration of medication in school-age children include
a. Inject medication as rapidly as possible.
b. Insert needle quickly, using a dart-like motion.
c. Penetrate skin immediately after cleansing site, before skin has dried.
d. Have child stand, if possible, and if child is cooperative.
B
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A Inject medications slowly.
B The needle should be inserted quickly in a dart-like motion at a 90-degree angle
unless contraindicated.
C Allow skin preparation to dry completely before skin is penetrated.
D Place child in lying or sitting position.
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