What Is the Preferred Site for IM Injection in Small

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is the preferred site for IM injection in small patients?

• A) Pectoral muscles
• B) Rectus abdominis muscle
• C) Epaxial muscles
• D) Hypaxial muscles

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Definitions:

Proteolytic Processing

The breakdown of proteins into smaller polypeptides or amino acids by the action of enzymes.

Phosphatase Enzymes

A group of enzymes that catalyze the removal of phosphate groups from molecules, playing a vital role in metabolic and signaling pathways.

Protein Degradation

The process whereby proteins are broken down into their amino acids or smaller peptides, typically for recycling within the cell or to regulate biological activities.

Chemical Modification

The alteration of a chemical compound's structure to change its properties or activity, often used in drug development and material science.