This article aims at describing nursing care with the intramuscular and intravenous administration of parenteral iron. The choice of the type of iron to be used depends on the tolerability of the patient. The intramuscular or intravenous administration of a medicine involves more than just the injection of a solution inside the muscle mass or vein, an evaluation of the best site for the injection must also be considered. This procedure must be carried out by a professional with knowledge on the basic aspects of administration, that is, the nursing team. It requires knowledge of the pharmacology of the drug type, mechanisms of action, excretion and performance in organic systems, as well as knowledge of the clinical evaluation of the patient's state of health.
Iron; anemia; dosage; nursing care
