NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Pharmacology

If assisting with the administration of a medication utilizing an auto-injector, the correct location of injection is:
  1. Upper arm at the deltoid
  2. Lower leg at the calf
  3. Either buttock
  4. Lateral aspect of the upper leg
Explanation
Answer: D - The correct location to utilize an auto-injector is on the lateral aspect of upper leg. The EMR should make sure the injector is held firmly against the skin for 10 seconds to insure all of the medication is injected.
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