Question

When giving an intramuscular injection in the semimembranosus or semitendinosus muscle of the thigh, the needle should be directed laterally to

A. avoid the muscle belly sheaths
B. avoid the femoral artery
C. prevent sciatic nerve damage
D. ensure the best drug absorption

Answer 1

C. prevent sciatic nerve damage

Step-by-step explanation:

when giving an intramuscular injection in the semimembranosus or semitendinosus muscle of the thigh, the needle should be directed laterally to prevent sciatic nerve damage