You Are Giving a Subcutaneous Injection to a Young Child

question 16

Multiple Choice

You are giving a subcutaneous injection to a young child.The best needle length to use would be .

• A)1 inch
• B)2 inches
• C)5/8 inch
• D)1 1/2 inches

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