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jon_i

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A 3-month-old child is prescribed an intramuscular injection of an antibiotic. Which site should the nurse use to give this medication?
 
  A) Thigh
  B) Buttocks
  C) Upper arm
  D) Abdomen

Question 2

A 4-year-old child is prescribed to receive an intramuscular medication however the child is in the playroom with his mother. What should the nurse do when administering this medication?
 
  A) Move him to a spot in the room where no other children are playing and give the injection. Reward him with a lollipop or sticker if he cooperates. Complete all required documentation.
  B) Take him back to his bed to give him his injection. Let him go back to the playroom if he doesn't cry. Complete all required documentation.
  C) Take him to a separate treatment room to give him his injection. Praise his cooperation even if he cries. Take him back to the playroom. Complete all required documentation.
  D) Ask the caregiver to let you know when he is finished playing and give him his injection in a treatment room at that time. Document the time you actually give the injection.


whitcassie

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C


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