Injections
This injection goes beneath the skin into adipose tissue for a slow, sustained release of medication.
What is a Subcutaneous Injection
Attaches the needle to the syringe
Hub
Right patient, right dose, right route, right medication, right documentation, and right time
The Six Rights
This injection requires a 90 degree to ensure the medication is delivered deep into the muscle.
What is an Intramuscular Injection
The angled tip of the needle for easier skin penetration.
Bevel
The common site of this injection is mid-forearm. Less common can be upper chest and scapula
What is an Intradermal Injection
The opening of the needle through which medication flows
How long must someone wait until they can return to have their TB test read?
48 to 72 hours
The length of the needle
Shaft
This muscle is used for Intramuscular injections and uses a 1 1/2 inch needle.
Ventrogluteal
The cylinder that holds the medication, marked with volume measurements on the side.
Barrel