Difference between revisions of "Give a Subcutaneous Injection"
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A subcutaneous injection is an injection administered into the fatty area just under the skin (as opposed to an intravenous injection, which is administered directly into the bloodstream). Because they give a slower, more gradual release than intravenous injections, subcutaneous injections are frequently used as a way to administer both vaccines and medications (for instance, type I diabetics often use this type of injection to administer insulin.). [[Read a Doctor's Prescription|Prescriptions]] for medications requiring subcutaneous injections are usually accompanied by detailed instructions on the correct way to give the injection. The instructions in this article are intended to be used only as a guideline - contact a medical professional before you give any injections at home. Read on below the jump for detailed instructions. | A subcutaneous injection is an injection administered into the fatty area just under the skin (as opposed to an intravenous injection, which is administered directly into the bloodstream). Because they give a slower, more gradual release than intravenous injections, subcutaneous injections are frequently used as a way to administer both vaccines and medications (for instance, type I diabetics often use this type of injection to administer insulin.). [[Read a Doctor's Prescription|Prescriptions]] for medications requiring subcutaneous injections are usually accompanied by detailed instructions on the correct way to give the injection. The instructions in this article are intended to be used only as a guideline - contact a medical professional before you give any injections at home. Read on below the jump for detailed instructions. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
=== Preparing for a Subcutaneous Injection === | === Preparing for a Subcutaneous Injection === | ||
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# Put all of your supplies away. You have successfully completed your subcutaneous injection. | # Put all of your supplies away. You have successfully completed your subcutaneous injection. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
