A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone 3 mL intramuscularly to an adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. A 30-gauge needle is too small for intramuscular injections of viscous medications like ceftriaxone; a larger gauge (21–25) is appropriate. B. Intramuscular injections should be given at a 90-degree angle, not 45 degrees. C. The ventrogluteal site is preferred for adults because it is well-developed, away from major nerves and blood vessels, and suitable for larger volumes of medication. D. A 5/8-inch needle is too short for an adult IM injection; a 1–1.5 inch needle is generally recommended for adequate intramuscular delivery.