Which of the Following Sites Is Preferred When Giving Intramuscular

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sites is preferred when giving intramuscular (IM) injections to small children?

• A) The vastus lateralis muscle of the lateral thigh
• B) The deltoid muscle of the upper arm
• C) The gluteus maximus muscle
• D) The quadriceps muscle of the anterior thigh

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