God you are a moron. Aspirating saved you from nothing BECAUSE IT IS NOT NECESSARY. Nothing like a little broscience. Just so you know, medical science researches these things, and antiquated practices are deemed unnecessary.
To aspirate or not to aspirate? The latest evidence on
intramuscular injection techniques
Vangilder, M. and Walden, A.
ABSTRACT
Rationale
Since many shots are given via IM technique, nurses should
know the latest research on methods to make the experience safe,
effective, and as painless as possible for patients. Aspiration,
or drawing back on a syringe to check for blood prior giving an injection
into muscular tissue, has been a standard practice taught in nursing
programs for decades. The authors reviewed current literature to
determine if this practice is backed by evidence-based studies.
Objective
This study was conducted to determine the latest scientific evidence
regarding the effects of aspirating prior to administering an
intramuscular injection.
Methods
A meta-analysis literature review of evidence-based practice studies and
practice guidelines from the last 10 years was conducted.
Results
A variety of study types were found including meta-analysis, randomized
controlled trials, quantitative studies, descriptive studies, and current
practice guidelines. These studies all agreed, regardless of study type,
that the practice with the best outcome and least amount of pain was
quick administration of an intramuscular injection without aspiration. In
addition, several studies reviewed current nursing practices to find that
many still use the outdated standards of aspiration. It was also found that
with proper education, nurses can and will change their injection practice
to mirror current guidelines.
Conclusions
• A rapid IM injection technique without aspiration results in less
pain. Aspiration does not confirm correct needle placement.
• As a result, aspiration is not a recommended procedure for IM
injections in any age group.
