IM injection Flashcards
Best position for the patient when giving a ventrogluteal injection?
on side with knee bent & upper leg ahead of the bottom leg
Patient will be given injection in right ventrogluteal muscle, what landmark?
Left hand: major on the iliac crest, index on the anterior superior iliac spine, & palm of hand on the greater trochanter of femur.
Why ventrogluteal site best for IM injection?
- Greatest muscle thickness comparing to other sites
- Far from any major blood vessels & nerves
What is the rationale for using Z-track IM injection?
- Prevent leakage of medication into subcutaneous tissues
- Seals medication in the muscle
- Minimizes irritation
What is the rationale for pulling the skin to the side when using Z-track technique for IM injection?
the zigzag path seals the needle track which prevents medics from leaking from the muscle into surrounding tissues
What is the rationale for not massaging the site after IM injection given?
- Can affect absorption
- To avoid increase discomfort
- Avoid damage to the underlying tissue or force meds up the needle track