Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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An injection given at a 45-degree angle is an

Intramuscular
Subcutaneous
Intravenous
Intradermal

The correct answer is: Subcutaneous

An injection given at a 45-degree angle refers to a subcutaneous injection. This type of injection is administered just below the skin, into the fatty tissue. The other options listed are incorrect because an intramuscular injection (A) is given at a 90-degree angle, an intravenous injection (C) is given directly into a vein, and an intradermal injection (D) is given at a 10- to 15-degree angle, just below the top layer of the skin. It is important to administer injections at the correct angle to ensure proper absorption and effectiveness of the medication.