How to Administer an Injection from a Vial
Administering an injection from a vial can be a straightforward process if you follow the proper steps. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to administer an injection from a vial:
Materials needed: - A vial of medication - A sterile syringe and needle of appropriate size for the medication and injection site - Alcohol swabs - A sharps container for safe disposal of the used needle and syringe
Steps:
1. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and dry them with a clean towel.
2. Check the medication label to ensure it is the correct medication and that it has not expired.
3. Use an alcohol swab to clean the rubber stopper on top of the vial.
4. Remove the needle cap from the syringe and pull back on the plunger to draw in air equal to the amount of medication you need to withdraw from the vial.
5. Hold the vial upside down and insert the needle through the center of the rubber stopper.
6. Push the plunger to inject the air into the vial, which will create positive pressure and make it easier to withdraw the medication.
7. Slowly withdraw the needle to withdraw the correct amount of medication into the syringe.
8. Remove the needle from the vial, and gently tap the syringe to remove any air bubbles. If air bubbles remain, you can remove them by holding the syringe needle pointing up and gently pushing the plunger to release the air.
9. Choose the injection site and clean it with an alcohol swab.
10. Hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the needle into the skin at a 90-degree angle for an intramuscular injection or a 45-degree angle for a subcutaneous injection.
11. Once the needle is inserted, slowly push the plunger to inject the medication.
12. Once all of the medication has been injected, quickly remove the needle and apply pressure to the injection site with a sterile gauze pad or cotton ball.
13. Dispose of the used needle and syringe in a sharps container, and wash your hands again with soap and water.
Remember to follow the instructions of your healthcare provider or medical professional on administering medication. If you have any questions or concerns about administering an injection, seek advice from a qualified medical professional.