Administer Intramuscular Injections

Medical Assisting

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Learn how to prepare for and administer intramuscular injections into the deltoid, vastus lateralis, dorsogluteal and ventrogluteal using powdered and liquid medication.

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Intramuscular injections are administered directly into the muscles, which allows the medication to be absorbed into the bloodstream quickly. Intramuscular injections are also used for administering large amounts of medication or where oral intake is not possible. This module explains how to prepare for and administer intramuscular injections into the various sites (deltoid, vastus lateralis, dorsogluteal, ventrogluteal) using powdered and liquid medication. Including both Learn and Test modes, the online simulator offers three scenarios that test your ability to administer intramuscular injections into the different sites. Practice the steps of the procedure as often as you want until you are confident. This module is based on the entry-level competencies for which the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) test the Medical Assistant.

You’ll learn

relevant medical terminology
appropriate needle and syringe selection for intramuscular injections
important safety considerations
to visualize the key anatomical structures comprising the main muscles of the upper and lower body - using our anatomy illustrations and 3D model
to understand the deltoid, vastus lateralis, and dorsogluteal injection sites, and when to use each
methods for reducing patient discomfort
how to prepare the substance to be injected
to practice and perfect your skills in administering an intramuscular injection using the using the deltoid, vastus lateralis, or dorsogluteal sites
correct documentation and post-procedure requirements
much more (see Content Details for more specific information)

Introduction

Step 1 - Preparation

Step 1.1 - Equipment preparation

Step 1.2 - Medical assistant preparation

Step 1.3 - Patient preparation

Step 2 - Choose and inspect the injection site

Step 2.1 - Select site

Step 2.1.1 - Deltoid

Step 2.1.2 - Vastus lateralis

Step 2.1.3 - Dorsogluteal

Step 2.1.4 - Ventrogluteal

Step 2.2 - Position the patient

Step 2.3 - Inspect the intended site

Step 3 - Clean the injection site

Step 4 - Administer the intamuscular injection

Step 4.1 - Standard technique

Step 4.2 - Z-track technique

Step 5 - Apply the dressing

Step 6 - Complete the procedure

Describe pre-procedure considerations for administering an intramuscular injection.
Describe and demonstrate the preparation for administering an intramuscular injection.
Describe and demonstrate suitable injection sites for intramuscular injections.
Describe and demonstrate appropriate needle and syringe selection for intramuscular injections.
Describe and demonstrate correct preparation of the medication to be injected.
Describe and demonstrate methods for reducing patient discomfort.
Describe and demonstrate safe and correct administration of intramuscular injections using the deltoid, vastus lateralis, and dorsogluteal sites.
Describe and demonstrate needle and blood safety.
Understand and apply the correct post-procedure considerations.
Define and demonstrate correct documentation.
Understand and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
Understand and apply the appropriate drug safety guidelines (seven rights).
Define and use related medical terminology.
Explain the Patient Privacy Rule (HIPAA), Patient Safety Act, and Patient's Bill of Rights.

The SIMTICS modules are all easy to use and web-based. This means they are available at any time as long as the learner has an internet connection. No special hardware or other equipment is required, other than a computer mouse for use in the simulations. Each of the SIMTICS modules covers one specific procedure or topic in detail. Each module contains:

an online simulation (available in Learn and Test modes)
descriptive text, which explains exactly how to perform that particular procedure including key terms and hyperlinks to references
2D images and a 3D model of applied anatomy for that particular topic
a step by step video demonstration by an expert
a quiz
a personal logbook that keeps track of all the modules the learner has studied and how long

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