Intramuscular Injections Training

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About Course

This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively administer intramuscular (IM) injections. Emphasis is placed on understanding anatomical landmarks, safe administration techniques, and managing complications.

 

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand the theory behind intramuscular injections.
  • Identify anatomical landmarks for safe IM injection sites.
  • Demonstrate correct techniques for preparation and administration of IM injections.
  • Recognise potential complications and how to manage them.
  • Follow infection control and safety protocols to ensure patient and practitioner safety.

Material Includes

  • Comprehensive training workbook.
  • Practical demonstration kit.
  • Certificate of Completion, valid for 3 years.

Requirements

  • Delegates should have prior knowledge of basic infection control and patient handling.
  • Hands-on practice is a key part of this training, so active participation is required.

Audience

  • Healthcare professionals, such as nurses, healthcare assistants, and support staff.
  • Care home staff required to administer IM injections under delegation.
  • Community healthcare workers.

Course Content

Session 1: Introduction to Intramuscular Injections

  • What are intramuscular injections, and why are they used?
  • Medications commonly administered via IM injection.

Session 2: Anatomy and Site Selection

Session 3: Safe Administration

Session 4: Infection Control

Session 5: Managing Complications

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