ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN ADULTS: INTRAMUSCULAR

Course overview

Intramuscular (I.M.) administration of medication (commonly referred to as I.M. injection) refers to the delivery of a pharmaceutical agent into deep muscle tissue using a needle and syringe. Large striated muscles, such as the thigh, upper arm, or buttocks, are usually appropriate for I.M. administration of medication. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of how to administer intramuscular medication. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.