[header] How to give an intramuscular injection [title] Wash your hands prior to starting the procedure. [step] Good hygiene is important to minimize the risk of infection. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
[header] How to give an intramuscular injection [title] Wash your hands prior to starting the procedure. [step] Good hygiene is important to minimize the risk of infection. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
[substeps] If an injection is directed at your skin, immediately place your hand on a sanitized surface like a table. Hold the surface in place with your thumb and forefinger. [title] Reassure the patient and explain how the procedure will unfold. [step] Specify the location of the injection you are giving, and describe how the medication will feel once injected if the patient does not already know. Wash any skin cells that might be secreted by another member of the body. Most countries only allow injection wounds or wounds with security bandages attached. Once the skin is clean, wipe off any skin that gets dirty. [substeps] To quickly clean your hand and the small area you will be used to injection the injection, make sure to rinse your hands well with warm water.