The preparation of medications for injection is a skill that requires great care from the relevant health professional. Checking that the medication order is current and legal and that the five rights are adhered to prior to administration is essential to ensure the patient is kept safe.
Category Archives: Medication
Intramuscular Injection
Some medications are delivered by intramuscular injection. Careful site selection is an important safety consideration.
Subcutaneous Injection
Some medications are delivered by subcutaneous injection. Site rotation is a important consideration. Checking that the medication order is current and legal and that the five rights are adhered to prior to administration is essential to ensure the patient is kept safe.
Oral Medication
The preparation and administration of oral medications is a skill that requires great care from the relevant health professional. Checking that the medication order is current and legal and that the five rights are adhered to prior to administration is essential to ensure patient is kept safe.
Sublingual Medication
Sublingual medications are often prescribed to be administered on a “PRN”/“as required” basis. Ensure correct clinical indication by carefully assessing the patient and checking medication administration orders. Double check with second clinician if indicated by facility policy.
Intravenous Injection
The giving of an intravenous injection is a skill that requires great care from the relevant health professional. Careful checking of the medication that has been ordered and the cannula site into which the medication is to be injected are essential to maintain patient safety.
Peripheral Venous Cannulation
Peripheral venous cannulation is a technique which is used by health care professionals to place a cannula inside a vein for the purpose of providing venous access for a short period of time. Cannulation may be used for venous access in an emergency, therapeutic requirements or diagnostic purposes.