12 Questions
What is a common reason why infants and children may require an intramuscular injection?
For routine vaccinations
Which area is noted to be associated with the most common muscle contractures after intramuscular injections in children?
Anterior thigh
What is a major concern related to intramuscular injections in children due to immature vasculature?
Erratic absorption of drugs
In children, what is the most frequently reported serious complication of intramuscular injections in the gluteal area?
Sciatic nerve injury
Which factor influences the choice of muscle for an intramuscular injection in children?
Medication volume
What can lead to erratically absorbed drugs from intramuscular injections in children?
Compromised circulatory status
Where is the most appropriate site for intramuscular injections in pediatric patients 3 years and older?
Deltoid muscle
What is the recommended volume of injection for the deltoid muscle in children?
Up to 2mls
Why is the dorsogluteal not the preferred site for injections?
It is near major blood vessels and nerves
How should the vastus lateralis muscle be landmarked for injections?
Below the greater trochanter
What should be palpated to landmark the deltoid muscle for injections?
Acromion
What is the maximum recommended volume that can be injected into the vastus lateralis in infants?
Up to 1ml
Learn about the administration of intramuscular injections in infants and children, including considerations for choosing the injection site and avoiding complications. This quiz covers important aspects of performing paediatric intramuscular injections safely and effectively.
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