IM Injection Sites Overview

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What is the preferred injection site for infants and neonates?

Vastus Lateralis (correct)

Ventrogluteal

Dorsogluteal

Deltoid muscle

The dorsogluteal site is recommended for injections due to its safety.

False

How many mls can the deltoid muscle injection site accommodate?

up to 2mls, but 1ml is recommended

The injection site located on the side of the hip just below the iliac crest is called the __________.

ventrogluteal Signup and view all the answers

Match the injection sites with their maximum volume capacity:

Vastus Lateralis = up to 5mls Deltoid = up to 2mls Ventrogluteal = up to 3mls Dorsogluteal = up to 4mls Signup and view all the answers

Which injection site is known for being a common place for vaccinations?

Deltoid Signup and view all the answers

The Vastus Lateralis site can accommodate up to 5 mls of medication.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the ventrogluteal site is considered safe for IM injections?

It has thick muscles, few blood vessels, and fewer nerves Signup and view all the answers

What does lateral mean?

Lateral means to the side of, or away from, the middle of the body. Examples: The ears are lateral to the nose. The arms are lateral to the chest. Signup and view all the answers

What does dorso mean?

"Dorsum" is an anatomical term that refers to the back of the human body Signup and view all the answers

What does ventro mean in anatomy

In anatomy, the prefix "ventro-" means "abdomen" or "belly" and is used to describe the front or lower side of an organism Signup and view all the answers

How can you locate the Vastus Lateralis

Locate by placing one hand on the top of the thigh, and the other hand on the knee with fingers and thumb extended. The muscle is between these two points, and any point in this area is suitable. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Vastus Lateralis located

Located on the lateral (side) middle third of the thigh, between the greater trochanter and lateral femoral condyle. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Deltoid Muscle located

Located below the acromion process and above the deltoid tuberosity. Signup and view all the answers

How do you find the Deltoid Muscle

Locate by measuring two finger widths down from the acromion process, forming a "V" shape, and injecting in between Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Ventrogluteal muscle located

Located on the side of the hip, just below the iliac crest. Signup and view all the answers

How do you find the Ventrogluteal muscle

Locate by placing thumb on the groin, pointer finger on the iliac crest, and spreading the middle finger to form a "V". The injection site is at the bottom of the "V" where fingers meet. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the dorsogluteal muscle located

Located above the posterior iliac crest, to the left of the greater trochanter. Signup and view all the answers

How do you located the dorsogluteal site

Locate by drawing an imaginary line between the greater trochanter and posterior superior iliac spine, and finding a point 1 inch superior to the center of this line. Signup and view all the answers

What is the greater trochanter

The greater trochanter is the bony prominence on the outer side of the hip Signup and view all the answers

What is the lateral femoral condyle

The lateral femoral condyle is located on the outside of the knee Signup and view all the answers

What is the acromion process

The acromion process is a bony extension of the scapula (shoulder blade) that stabilizes the shoulder joint Signup and view all the answers

What is the deltoid tuberosity (chew-bar-ros-a-te)

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Where is the iliac crest

The iliac crest is the curved bone at the top of pelvis, located on the side of the hip Signup and view all the answers

What is the posterior iliac crest

The posterior iliac crest is the top of the pelvic bone but at the back Signup and view all the answers

What is the greater throchanter

The greater trochanter is located at the top of the thighbone (femur) and is the most prominent and widest part of the hip. Signup and view all the answers

What is the deltoid tuberosity (chew-bar-ros-a-te)

The deltoid tuberosity is rough, triangular area on the front side of the humerus bone where the deltoid muscle attaches Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

IM Injection Sites

Vastus Lateralis:
- Located on the lateral (side) middle third of the thigh, between the greater trochanter and lateral femoral condyle.
- Locate by placing one hand on the top of the thigh, and the other hand on the knee with fingers and thumb extended. The muscle is between these two points, and any point in this area is suitable.
- Up to 5mLs can be injected.
- Preferred site for anaphylaxis management and infants/neonates.
Deltoid Muscle:
- Located below the acromion process and above the deltoid tuberosity.
- Locate by measuring two finger widths down from the acromion process, forming a "V" shape, and injecting in between.
- Up to 2mLs, but 1mL is recommended.
- Common site for vaccinations, preferred for children aged 3-18 due to more developed muscle mass.
Ventrogluteal:
- Located on the side of the hip, just below the iliac crest.
- Locate by placing thumb on the groin, pointer finger on the iliac crest, and spreading the middle finger to form a "V". The injection site is at the bottom of the "V" where fingers meet.
- Up to 3mLs can be injected.
- Considered one of the safest areas due to thick muscles, few blood vessels and nerves, making it less painful.
Dorsogluteal:
- Located above the posterior iliac crest, to the left of the greater trochanter.
- Locate by drawing an imaginary line between the greater trochanter and posterior superior iliac spine, and finding a point 1 inch superior to the center of this line.
- Up to 4mLs can be injected.
- Not recommended due to proximity to the sciatic nerve.

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This quiz covers important intramuscular injection sites including the Vastus Lateralis, Deltoid Muscle, and Ventrogluteal. Learn their locations, suitable volumes for injection, and specific considerations for different age groups and conditions. Test your knowledge on effective IM injection techniques.