Unit 12 IM Injection Sites

Question 1

Vastus Lateralis

Answer 1

Most common in infants under 12 months
Lacks major nerves and blood vessels
Rapid drug absorption

Question 2

Dorsogluteal

Answer 2

Use of the dorsogluteal site is now discouraged as there is risk of damaging

Question 3

Deltoid

Answer 3

Easily accessible 
Use of small volume: 0.5 - 1 ml
Not used for infants
Risk of injury to brachial artery, radial and ulnar nerves
May be used for immunizations

Question 4

Ventrogluteal

Answer 4

Deep site, away from major nerves or vessels

Preferred site for meds that are larger in volume (ie) antibiotics