ATI RN
ATI Nursing 100 Day Exam 4 Fundamentals Questions
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The nurse is to administer a volume of 2 mL intramuscularly (IM) to a 150-pound client. Assuming that there are no skin problems which is the preferred site for the injection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The preferred site for the injection is the ventrogluteal site. This site is recommended for IM injections in adults due to its thick muscle mass and minimal risk of hitting major blood vessels or nerves.
To locate the ventrogluteal site, place the palm of your hand over the greater trochanter with the fingers pointing towards the client's head. The injection site is in the center of an imaginary triangle formed by the index finger, middle finger, and iliac crest. This site provides a safe and effective location for administering the 2mL injection to a 150-pound client. The other choices are incorrect for various reasons: the deltoid has a smaller muscle mass, the dorsogluteal has a higher risk of hitting the sciatic nerve, and the vastus lateralis is typically used for infants and small children.
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