IM INJECTION Flashcards
1
Q
Which needle is used for IM of buttocks?
A
Green, 21
2
Q
Subcut or intradermal
A
Orange
3
Q
Which one is used for intramuscular injections?
A
Blue needle
4
Q
For subcut insulin, which one do you use?
A
Needle attached to syringe
5
Q
What do you do to the skin if you’re doing SC vs IM
A
SC - squeeze skin
IM - stretch skin out
6
Q
SC is given at how many degrees?
A
45
7
Q
What is the exception to this 45 degree SC rule?
A
Insulin SC is given at 90 degrees
8
Q
How much of the needle goes in for IMor SC
A
2/3
9
Q
How much of the needle goes in for insulin SC?
A
Whole thing
10
Q
IM is given at how many degrees
A
90 degrees
