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xroflmao

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Which muscle is contraindicated for the administration of immunizations in infants and young children?
 
  a. Deltoid
  b. Dorsogluteal
  c. Ventrogluteal
  d. Anterolateral thigh

Question 2

Which serious reaction should the nurse be alert for when administering vaccines?
 
  a. Fever
  b. Skin irritation
  c. Allergic reaction
  d. Pain at injection site


Hikerman221

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

ANS: B
The dorsogluteal site is avoided in children because of the location of nerves and veins. The deltoid is recommended for 12 months and older. The ventrogluteal and anterolateral thigh sites can safely be used for the administration of vaccines to infants.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Each vaccine administration carries the risk of an allergic reaction. The nurse must be prepared to intervene if the child demonstrates signs of a severe reaction. Mild febrile reactions do occur after administration. The nurse includes management of fever in the parent teaching. Local skin irritation may occur at the injection site after administration. Parents are informed that this is expected. The injection can be painful. The nurse can minimize the discomfort with topical analgesics and nonpharmacologic measures.


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