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torybrooks

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Which angle is appropriate when administering an IM medication in the dorsogluteal site to a 46-year-old obese man?
 
  a. 45 degrees
  b. 60 degrees
  c. 75 degrees
  d. 90 degrees

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer kindergarten immunizations at the local health clinic. Which anatomic site would be best for the injection of the immunizations containing 0.5 mL?
 
  a. Rectus femoris
  b. Dorsogluteal
  c. Deltoid
  d. Ventrogluteal


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memslove

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A 90-degree angle is used to reach the IM area of the dorsogluteal site. A 45-, 60-, or 75-degree angle does not ensure that the needle will penetrate to the muscle in an obese patient.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The deltoid muscle is often used because of its easy access and the fact that it can tolerate 0.5 mL of medication volume. Having the child disrobe is not efficient in this setting.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
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