Intramuscular Flashcards
used to deliver a medication deep into the muscles. This allows the medication to be absorbed into the bloodstream quickly.
intramuscular injection
Intramuscular injections are absorbed faster than
subcutaneous injections.
ite most typically used for vaccines. However, this site is not common for self-injection
deltoid muscle
safest site for adults and children older than 7 months
ventrogluteal muscle
site most selected by healthcare professionals for many years
dorsogluteal muscle
needles should be for adult IM
1 inch to 1.5 inches for an adult
Z-track method is not often recommended helps to prevent medication from seeping into the
subcutaneous tissue
experience some discomfort after an intramuscular injection.
severe pain at the injection site
tingling or numbness
redness, swelling, or warmth at the injection site
drainage at the injection site
prolonged bleeding
signs of an allergic reaction, such as difficulty breathing or facial swelling.