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The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to an adult client. Which needle gauge and length are generally most appropriate for a deltoid injection?
A 20-gauge, 1-inch needle is typically appropriate for an adult deltoid IM injection, providing sufficient length for muscle penetration and a suitable gauge fo
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Question: The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to an adult client. Which needle gauge and length are generally most appropriate for a deltoid injection?
Answer options:
- 25 gauge, 5/8 inch
- 22 gauge, 1.5 inch
- 18 gauge, 1 inch ✅ 20 gauge, 1 inch
Correct answer: 20 gauge, 1 inch
Explanation: A 20-gauge, 1-inch needle is typically appropriate for an adult deltoid IM injection, providing sufficient length for muscle penetration and a suitable gauge for medication viscosity.
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