Subcutaneous (SC) and Intramuscular (IM) Injections Must Knows for Subcutaneous administration: Pinch skin with non dominant hand and hold syringe with dominant hand Always inject: 2 inches away from umbilicus (for abdomen) 3 inches IM Injections Olympia Pharmaceuticals Needle Injection Techniques Every Nurse Should Know! Whether you're prepping for your NCLEX or brushing up on your skills, here's a quick breakdown of the most common injection routes you'll encounter How to self administer subcutaneous B12 injection., 1. Withdraw proper dosage from vial into an insulin syringe, 2. Clean site of injection (abdomen or other proper site), 3. Pinch the skin where you