Injections Flashcards
1
Q
Intradermal injection locations
A
- inner forearm
- chest
- back
2
Q
Subcutaneous injection locations
A
- Outer upper arm
- Anterior thigh
- Abdomen
3
Q
Intramuscular injection locations
A
- Gluteus
- Thigh
- Deltoid
4
Q
Intradermal injection: needle size and angle
A
- 27-30 G
- 10-15 degree angle
5
Q
Subcutaneous injection: needle size and angle
A
- 25-28 G
- 90 degree angle
6
Q
Intramuscular injection: needle size and angle
A
- 23 G
- 90 degree angle
7
Q
Intradermal injection dosage amount
A
0.1-0.2 mL injected
8
Q
Subcutaneous injection dosage amount
A
0.5-1 mL injected
9
Q
Intramuscular injection dosage amount
A
Up to 3 mL (in deltoid, no more than 1 mL)
