Drug Administration Flashcards
what is the angle for an intradermal injection
15 degrees
what is the needle size for an intradermal injection
27g, 28g 3/8 inches
what is the syringe for an intradermal injection
1ml
what is the max/minimum amount of volume you can inject while doing intradermal
0.1ml-1ml
what are some sits for intradermal injections
inner forearm, upper chest, middle of back, face for Botox or local anesthesia
what is the indication for intradermal injections
botox, allergy
what is the angle for subcutaneous injection
45 degree angle with 5/8 needle
90 degree angle with 1/2 needle
what is the needle size for subcutaneous injections
25g, 26g
what is the syringe site for subcutaneous injections
1-3mL
what is the min/max amount of volume you can inject in a subcutaneous injection
0.1-2mL
what are the sites for subcutaneous injections
posterior upper arm, upper back, anterior aspect of thighs
what are the indication for subcutaneous injections
allergy shots, insulin, immunizations
what meds should you never shake or aspirate
insulin, heparin
what angle is the intramuscular injection
90 degree
what is the needle size for intramuscular injections
22g, 23g, 25g, 1,2,3 inches