Review paper
Using the ventrogluteal site for intramuscular injection
Abstract
The administration of intramuscular injections is a common nursing intervention in clinical practice. This article aims to raise awareness of the use of the ventrogluteal site for administering intramuscular injections. It describes the main reasons for using this site and outlines the complications associated with the dorsogluteal site. It is hoped that this review of the literature will shift everyday practice in favour of the ventrogluteal...
Paper Details
Title
Using the ventrogluteal site for intramuscular injection
Published Date
Mar 3, 2004
Journal
Volume
18
Issue
25
Pages
39 - 42