INJECTION ADMINISTRATION TECHNIQUE 

 Candidates:   Candidates for this course are expected to be working in a health care setting. The course is open to anyone who would like to be trained in the administration of injections. 

Course Aim:   By the end of the course, candidates will be able to.

• Demonstrate appropriate infection control principles when administering injections.
• Safely and effectively administer injections (intramuscular and subcutaneous) in adults under Patient Specific Direction.
• Describe immunisation procedures for administration of vaccinations.
• Describe action to take if a patient has an anaphylactic reaction.

The course covers:

•  The session will begin with a theoretical component followed by demonstrations and then practise.
• The session will also cover anaphylaxis and what to do if the patient has an anaphylactic reaction.
•  Participants will practise IM and SC injections on simulation arms.