Do you have to pinch skin for subcutaneous injection?
Injection technique 2: administering drugs via the subcutaneous routeDigital Edition: Injection technique 2: administering drugs via the subcutaneous route 28 August, 2018 Show
Part 2 of this two-part series on injection techniques describes the evidence base and procedure for administering a subcutaneous injection To continue reading this clinical article please log in or subscribe. Subscribe for unlimited access
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Register Already have an account, click here to sign in A subcutaneous injection is a shot given into the fat layer between the skin and muscle. Subcutaneous injections are used to give small amounts and certain kinds of medicine. What should I know about the syringe?There are 3 parts to a syringe: the needle, the barrel, and the plunger. The needle goes into your skin. The barrel holds the medicine and has markings on it like a ruler. The markings are for milliliters (mL). The plunger is used to get medicine into and out of the syringe.
Where can I give a subcutaneous injection?The following are sites where you can give a subcutaneous injection:
How do I choose the best place for a subcutaneous injection?
What do I need to give a subcutaneous injection?
How do I give a subcutaneous injection?Subcutaneous injections can be given straight in at a 90 degree angle or at a 45 degree angle. Give the injection at a 90 degree angle if you can grasp 2 inches of skin between your thumb and first finger. If you can grasp only 1 inch of skin, give the injection at a 45 degree angle.
How do I get rid of used syringes and needles?It is important to dispose of the needles and syringes correctly. Do not throw needles into the trash. You may receive a hard plastic container made especially for used syringes and needles. You can also use a soda bottle or other plastic bottle with a screw lid. Make sure that both the syringe and needle fit into the container easily and cannot break through the sides. Ask your healthcare provider or a pharmacist what your state or local requirements are for getting rid of used syringes and needles. What are the risks of a subcutaneous injection?You may get an infection, have the needle break in your skin, or hit a nerve. You may have scarring, lumps, or dimpling of the skin from a subcutaneous injection. When should I contact a healthcare provider?
When should I seek immediate care?
Care AgreementYou have the right to help plan your care. Learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your healthcare providers to decide what care you want to receive. You always have the right to refuse treatment. The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.© Copyright Merative 2022 Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes. Further informationAlways consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Are you supposed to pinch im injection skin?Insert needle at an 45o angle to the skin. Pinch up on SQ tissue to prevent injecting into muscle. Aspiration before injection is not required.
What happens if you give a subcutaneous injection wrong?The most common complication of a subcutaneous injection is pain near the injection site for 1 to 2 days afterward. Pain near the injection site can happen when inserting the needle at the wrong angle, or when it moves slightly during the injection.
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