Which action should the nurse take to relax the vastus lateralis muscle before administering an intramuscular injection into the site?

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To relax the vastus lateralis for injection,the nurse should have the patient assume a sitting position or lie flat with his knee slightly flexed.Applying a warm compress,massaging the site,and applying soothing lotion are inappropriate interventions before administering an IM injection.After injection,massaging the site can enhance the absorption of medication into the muscle.Applying a warm compress increases circulation to the site,which can also enhance absorption.This action would be performed after the injection and not before.

Which Action Should the Nurse Take to Relax the Vastus