Intramuscular Injection Techniques and Safety

Sarah Crumb Burger, an orthopedic technician at Texas A&M, demonstrates how to perform intramuscular injections in pets. She explains the two common sites for injections: the epaxial muscles along the spine and the caudal thigh muscles. Sarah provides detailed instructions for locating these sites and the correct technique for injecting, including safety measures like aspirating to check for blood. She emphasizes the importance of proper needle handling and post-injection care to minimize discomfort and ensure safety.

Who is the instructor for the intramuscular injection tutorial?

• Dr. Emily White

• Sarah Crumb Burger

• Michael Johnson

• Dr. John Smith

Which muscle runs along the spine and is a common site for intramuscular injections?

• Biceps

• Quadriceps

• Triceps

• Epaxial muscles

What is the correct angle for injecting into the caudal thigh muscle?

• At a 45-degree angle

• Parallel to the floor

• Perpendicular to the femur

• Parallel to the spine

What is the correct hand position to locate the epaxial muscles?

• Thumb on the femur, fingertip on the ribs

• Fingers on the spine, thumb on the femur

• Palm on the spine, fingers on the ribs

• Thumb on the spine, fingertip on the wing of the pelvis

What should you do if you aspirate and see blood in the syringe?

• Remove the needle and recap it

• Continue with the injection

• Inject the medication slowly

• Start over as you are in a vessel

What is the purpose of aspirating before injecting the medication?

• To ensure the needle is in the muscle

• To check for blood indicating a vessel

• To measure the correct dosage

• To check for air bubbles

What is the first step before performing an injection?

• Check the medication

• Aspirate the syringe

• Swab the site

• Insert the needle

After injecting the medication, where should you dispose of the needle?

• In a recycling bin

• In a biohazard bag

• In a sharps container

• In a regular trash bin

What should you do to minimize discomfort for the pet after the injection?

• Leave the pet alone

• Rub the injection site and distract the pet

• Give the pet a treat

• Apply ice to the area

What might cause fluid to leak from the injection site?

• Expired medication

• A broken needle

• Incorrect dosage

• A skin bleeder