The nurse is preparing to administer an intradermal injection. The nurse would insert the needle at which angle?

Question

A) 15 degrees
B) 30 degrees
C) 45 degrees
D) 90 degrees

Answer 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
When giving an intradermal injection, the needle is inserted bevel up at a 15-degree angle. The nurse would insert the needle at a 90-degree angle for an intramuscular injection or for a patient who is obese and requires a subcutaneous injection. Typically a subcutaneous injection is given at a 45-degree angle.