[1,5,8] These data indicated that, in children, 8-mm needles have an unacceptable rate of IM injections. Even 6-mm needles had a high rate of IM injections when inserted vertically, although none ...

Control mice were injected with aqueous vaccine using a 26.5-gauge needle. The subcutaneous injection was given in the scruff of the neck and the intramuscular injection was made in the upper thigh.

For the prolateral site, the needle should be inserted just ... the large pectoral muscles are used for most intramuscular (i.m.) injections. Before administering an i.m. injection in this area ...

It will review intramuscular and subcutaneous injection techniques in pediatric patients, including site selection, needle length, the maximum volume to be administered, and administration process. It ...

The frequency of IM injections was greater in boys and negligible ... Conclusions—5-mm needles are reliably inserted into subcutaneous fat in both adults and children. These needles were ...