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Intravenous Injections in Neonatal Mice
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Intramuscular injection practices among infants.
D Gunasekaran1, B Adhisivam, A Arulkumaran
1Department of Pediatrics, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pondicherry 607 402, India.
Indian Pediatrics
|December 7, 2007
Summary
Many infants receive unnecessary intramuscular injections for minor illnesses, often administered incorrectly. Improved health education for the public and healthcare providers is crucial for safe injection practices.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Healthcare Practices
Background:
- Unnecessary intramuscular (i.m.) injections for infants with minor illnesses represent a significant healthcare concern.
- Current practices indicate a prevalent issue with the administration of i.m. injections for non-serious conditions in pediatric populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and characteristics of unnecessary intramuscular injections administered to infants for trivial illnesses.
- To assess the accuracy of injection site administration and maternal understanding of i.m. injection procedures.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study design was employed.
- Data were collected from 120 infants receiving at least one i.m. injection using a semi-structured questionnaire administered to their mothers.
Main Results:
- 91% of infants received unnecessary i.m. injections for minor ailments, such as upper respiratory tract infections.
- Incorrect injection site administration was observed in 97% of the infants studied.
- Maternal information regarding i.m. injections was found to be inadequate.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights a high rate of unnecessary and improperly administered i.m. injections in infants.
- There is a critical need for intensive health education targeting both the public and healthcare providers on safe injection practices.
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