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As was I, but this nurse also learned upper shoulder. It requires a 'from behind' approach, which is useful for some members of longterm care facilities who are already up in wheelchairs and wearing sweaters. It is an easy approach. But, it has apparently been negated as a site, because it is no longer mentioned. I did find it in a procedure manual from about 20 years ago. So they must have found some evidence-based reason to stop the practice.

It used to be acceptable to give subcutaeous injections (insulin) in the back of the shoulder (trapezius). It is no longer listed as a site. Does anyone know what the evidence-based reason(s) for this is? I am trying to help an older nurse change her ways! She wants reasons to stop a practice she was taught in school. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have tried to research this, but can find no info.