You are preparing to given an injection to a patient in his deltoid region. Explain specifically where you will administer this injection

What will be an ideal response?


The deltoid region is a visible landmark on the anterior body surface. The injection will be administered into the area formed by the large deltoid muscle and the curve of the shoulder.

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