Equipment for Parenteral Injections
1. Drugs that are injected have a rapid onset of action because they are absorbed directly into the bloodstream
2. All forms of parenteral administration require the use of a needle, syringe, and container
3. Requires aseptic technique
4. Four routes of injection
Injection Procedure:
1. Greet the patient.
2. Check patient ID and explain the procedure.
3. Select the appropriate injection site.
4. Don clean gloves.
5. Cleanse the selected area with the alcohol wipe.
6. Hold the skin taut with your nondominant hand.
7. Insert the needle at the correct angle, and pull back slightly on the plunger.
8. If no blood is present, inject the medication.
9. Withdraw the needle quickly, and wipe the injection site.
10. See to the patient's comfort.
11. Remove your gloves and perform hand hygiene.
12. Chart the medication.
13. Discard the container and any remaining medication.