by Prof. Roosevelt Champlin
Published 3 years ago
Updated 2 years ago
A subcutaneous (say "sub-kyoo-TAY-nee-us") shot is an injection of medicine under the skin, but not in a muscle. Some medicines, such as insulin or the blood-thinner enoxaparin
enoxaparin
Enoxaparin (Lovenox) is an anticoagulant medicine. It is one of a class of anticoagulants called low molecular weight heparin. Many people call these medicines blood thinners. They don't actually thin the blood, but they increase the time it takes a blood clot to form.
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(Lovenox), are injected only under the skin. This type of shot is usually given in the belly or the thigh.
What is an injection into the stomach for?
They may be used instead of oral delivery because some drugs are destroyed by the digestive system when you swallow them. Intramuscular injections are absorbed faster than subcutaneous injections. This is because muscle tissue has a greater blood supply than the tissue just under your skin.
What are the 3 types of injections?
The three main routes are intradermal (ID) injection, subcutaneous (SC) injection and intramuscular (IM) injection. Each type targets a different skin layer: Subcutaneous injections are administered in the fat layer, underneath the skin. Intramuscular injections are delivered into the muscle.
What are the 4 types of injections?
The four most frequently used types of injection are:Intravenous (IV) injections. An IV injection is the fastest way to inject a medication and involves using a syringe to inject a medication directly into a vein. ... Intramuscular (IM) injections. ... Subcutaneous (SC) injections. ... Intradermal (ID) injections.
What are the 5 injection sites?
IM injections are administered in five potential sites: deltoid (commonly used for adult vaccinations), dorsogluteal, ventrogluteal, rectus femoris, and vastus lateralis3,10,11 (Figure 1).
Where is subcutaneous injection given?
Subcutaneous (SQ or Sub-Q) injection means the injection is given in the fatty tissue, just under the skin. A SQ injection is the best way to give yourself certain medicines, including: Insulin. Blood-thinners.
Where is intravenous injection given?
With standard IV administration, a needle is usually inserted into a vein in your wrist, elbow, or the back of your hand. The catheter is then pushed over the needle. The needle is removed, and the catheter remains in your vein. All IV catheters are typically given in a hospital or clinic.
How many types of injection do we have?
Learn about the 4 types of injection: intradermal, subcutaneous, intravenous and intramuscular injections, and what they are used for in Singapore.
What are the different injection sites?
Intramuscular injection sitesDeltoid muscle of the arm. The deltoid muscle is the site most typically used for vaccines. ... Vastus lateralis muscle of the thigh. ... Ventrogluteal muscle of the hip. ... Dorsogluteal muscles of the buttocks.
How many types are injection?
Learn about the 4 types of injection: intradermal, subcutaneous, intravenous and intramuscular injections, and what they are used for in Singapore.
What is IM and IV injection?
Route: Intravenous injection (IV) is forcing of a liquid directly into a vein or into a person's bloodstream while Intramuscular injection (IM) is one made into the substance of a muscle.
What is an example of injection?
An example of an injection is a flu shot. Something injected. A liquid injected into the body. A fuel under pressure forced into a combustion chamber.
What is the name of injection?
An injection (often and usually referred to as a "shot" in US English, a "jab" in UK English, or a "jag" in Scottish English and Scots) is the act of administering a liquid, especially a drug, into a person's body using a needle (usually a hypodermic needle) and a syringe.
What Is A Subcutaneous Injection?
A subcutaneous injection is a shot given into the fat layer between the skin and muscle. Subcutaneous injections are used to give small amounts and...
What Should I Know About The syringe?
There are 3 parts to a syringe: the needle, the barrel, and the plunger. The needle goes into your skin. The barrel holds the medicine and has mark...
Where Can I Give A Subcutaneous Injection?
The following are sites where you can give a subcutaneous injection: 1. Abdomen: Uncover your abdomen. You may give an injection within the followi...
How Do I Choose The Best Place For A Subcutaneous Injection?
1. Keep track of where the injections are given: Make a list of the sites you can use. Write down the date, time, and the site each time you give a...
What Do I Need to Give A Subcutaneous Injection?
1. One alcohol wipe 2. One sterile 2 x 2 gauze pad 3. A new needle and syringe that are the correct size 4. Disposable gloves, if you have them
How Do I Give A Subcutaneous Injection?
Subcutaneous injections can be given straight in at a 90 degree angle or at a 45 degree angle. Give the injection at a 90 degree angle if you can g...
How Do I Get Rid of Used Syringes and Needles?
It is important to dispose of the needles and syringes correctly. Do not throw needles into the trash. You may receive a hard plastic container mad...
What Are The Risks of A Subcutaneous Injection?
You may get an infection, have the needle break in your skin, or hit a nerve. You may have scarring, lumps, or dimpling of the skin from a subcutan...
When Should I Contact A Healthcare Provider?
1. A fever, sneezing, or coughing develops after the injection is given. 2. There is a lump, swelling, or bruising where the injection was given th...
When Should I Seek Immediate Care?
1. A rash or itching develops after the injection is given. 2. Shortness of breath develops after the injection is given. 3. The mouth, lips, or fa...
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