Guidelines for Intramuscular Administration of Medication in School-Age Children Include

question 23

Multiple Choice

Guidelines for intramuscular administration of medication in school-age children include

• A) Inject medication as rapidly as possible.
• B) Insert needle quickly, using a dart-like motion.
• C) Penetrate skin immediately after cleansing site, before skin has dried.
• D) Have child stand, if possible, and if child is cooperative.

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