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Are Im Injections Im In Obese And Overweight Females?: A Study In Injection Technique, Sara Palma, Pamela Strohfus
Are Im Injections Im In Obese And Overweight Females?: A Study In Injection Technique, Sara Palma, Pamela Strohfus
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If given incorrectly, intramuscular injections may result in poor absorption of drug, reduced drug effectiveness, or irritation to surrounding tissues. In this study, IM injection techniques were observed and documented for needle length, injection site, needle insertion, and stretching or bunching of the skin during injection in a population of adult females. The patients' weights and BMIs were recorded to determine the amount of subcutaneous fat at the injection site. In 22 patients of varied weights, 90% of injections were given within current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice (ACIP) guidelines in normal and underweight patients, and 17% were given within …