Why Is the Dorsogluteal Site Used to Administer an Intramuscular

question 57

Multiple Choice

Why is the dorsogluteal site used to administer an intramuscular injection to an adult?

• A)It causes less patient discomfort.
• B)It is easily accessible.
• C)It can absorb a large amount of medication.
• D)The buttocks contain no major nerves or blood vessels.
• E)All of the above are correct reasons.

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