Possible complications of intramuscular injections on the pediatric unit
Beecroft, P.C.; Redick, S.
Pediatric Nursing 15(4): 333-336; 376
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0097-9805 PMID: 2685732 Document Number: 327492
Six hundred thirty-nine pediatric nurses were surveyed regarding intramuscular injection complications observed from their practice. The results indicated the need for a change in practice for pediatric nurses when giving intramuscular injections to children.
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