The Length of the Needle Used to Administer an Intramuscular

question 21

Multiple Choice

The length of the needle used to administer an intramuscular injection to a child depends on

• A) the age of the child.
• B) the amount of medication being administered.
• C) the size of the child.
• D) whether the child is walking.

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Definitions:

Arteries

Blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to various parts of the body.

Potassium Ions

Charged particles formed from potassium atoms, essential for various bodily functions including nerve transmission and muscle contraction.

Calcium Ions

Positively charged calcium atoms that play crucial roles in various biological processes, including muscle contraction, neurotransmitter release, and bone formation.

Heart Contractions

The process by which the heart muscle contracts or tightens, leading to the pumping of blood through the chambers of the heart and into the body.