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Administering Vaccines: Dose, Route, Site, and Needle Size
www.immunize.orgUse a 22–25 gauge needle. Choose the injection site and needle length that is appropriate to the person’s age and body mass. age needle length injection site Newborns (1st 28 days) ⅝"1 Anterolateral thigh muscle Infants (1–12 mos) 1" Anterolateral thigh muscle Toddlers (1–2 years) 1–1¼" Anterolateral thigh muscle2
Vaccine Administration: Intramuscular (IM) injections: Adults …
www.cdc.govthe correct syringe and needle. Administer vaccine using either a 1-mL or 3-mL syringe. Use a 22- to 25-gauge needle. Use the correct needle length based on the patient’s gender and weight. For adults, use a 1- to 1.5-inch needle. 2. Identify the injection site. Recommended site: Deltoid muscle in the upper arm
PRODUCT MONOGRAPH INCLUDING PATIENT MEDICATION …
medicago.comFeb 24, 2022 · 4. It is recommended to use a 1 mL syringe with a 23-gauge needle for vaccine withdrawal and injection. 5. Choose needle length based on the patient weight. Ensure that the needle is tightly attached to the syringe. 6. Withdraw a …