Normally, the gluteal muscles may be used as injection sites for children after:
a. three months of age.
b. one year of age.
c. the child has been walking for one year.
d. the child has been walking for six months.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: The dorsogluteal muscle should not be used until walking has been established.
B Incorrect: The dorsogluteal muscle should not be used until walking has been established.
C Correct: Established walking helps develop the gluteal muscles, which helps provide adequate muscle tissue for accepting an injection.
D Incorrect: This is not long enough for adequate muscle development.
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