Which muscle is contraindicated for the administration of immunizations in infants and young children?
a. Deltoid
b. Dorsogluteal
c. Ventrogluteal
d. Anterolateral thigh
ANS: B
The dorsogluteal site is avoided in children because of the location of nerves and veins. The deltoid is recommended for 12 months and older. The ventrogluteal and anterolateral thigh sites can safely be used for the administration of vaccines to infants.
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