Subcutaneous Injections Flashcards
1
Q
Locations of injections sites (4)
A
Outter/ back of upper arm, just below/ above waist, upper buttocks, front of thigh
2
Q
Where should you never give a SubQ ?
A
Navel and surrounding area
3
Q
Changing locations around prevents ___ ____ from forming.
A
Lipo Dystrophies
4
Q
What is the MAX amount for a Sub-cu ?
A
1mL
5
Q
What is the needle length for a NORMAL patient?
A
5/8 at a 45* angle
6
Q
When should you not massage the injection site ?
A
When using Heparin
7
Q
Should you aspirate ?
A
Yes,
To 1cc and count to ten
8
Q
What needle length should be used for a OBESE patient?
A
3/8 at a 90* angle
9
Q
What gauges can be used with SQ injections?
A
23G to 25G
10
Q
What should you always avoid ?
A
Scar tissue, visible veins
11
Q
How big is a Sub-Cut syringe?
A
1-3cc
