Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
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The nurse is preparing to give an I.M. injection. Which of the following sites has the least amount of blood vessels and major nerves located in the area?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The vastus lateralis has fewer blood vessels and nerves compared to the deltoid, dorsogluteal, or triceps, making it a safer site for I.M. injections.