title: Are techniques used for intramuscular injection based on research evidence?
abstract: The technique for delivering intramuscular injection remains rooted in custom and practice. This literature review examines the evidence on this commonly performed nursing procedure covering all aspects including site and needle selection.
authors.affiliation: Birmingham City University.
authors.forename: Bridget
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Malkin
mesh_terms: D055318:Evidence-Based Nursing; D006801:Humans; D007273:Injections, Intramuscular / Q000379:methods*; D009339:Needles; D011187:Posture