The nurse is preparing to administer an intradermal injection to a client who had bilateral amputations of the arms. Which locations would be appropriate when administering the injection to this client? Select all that apply
1. The thigh
2. The abdomen
3. The upper chest
4. The back beneath the scapulae
5. The calf of the leg
Correct Answer: 3,4
The sites for intradermal injection are the forearm, upper chest, and the back beneath the scapulae. The forearms are not appropriate for this client, but the other two sites are acceptable. The thigh, calf, and abdomen would not be appropriate for intradermal injection sites.
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