Injection technique: intramuscular - 2

Article Abstract:

The most appropriate technique for intramuscular injections is the Z-track method, which avoids almost all leakage into subcutaneous tissue and has few complications. An intramuscular injection is most commonly made into the gluteal muscles. The syringe should be held with the needle at an angle of 90 degrees to the skin, with the needle being plunged rapidly into the muscle layer. After the drug is administered, it must be allowed to diffuse through the muscle for a few seconds, with the needle then being withdrawn quickly and smoothly.

Injections, Intramuscular, Intramuscular injections

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Injections

Article Abstract:

A description is presented of the techniques of giving intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections. Advice is given on procedures to take in the event of error or patient reaction to the injection.

Injections

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