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Subcutaneous Injections

WHAT IS Subcutaneous Injections?

This involves safely administering injections under the skin, including for insulin or other prescribed medications.
Skills
Knowledge
  • Follow procedures for medication preparation and injection
  • Identify appropriate injection sites and rotate as needed
  • Monitor for adverse reactions or infections
  • Support diabetes management and insulin administration
  • Dispose of sharps safely and document administration
  • Injection techniques and site hygiene
  • Signs of infection or incorrect dosage effects
  • Diabetes medication delivery methods (pen, syringe, pump)
  • Factors affecting glucose levels (food, illness, stress)
  • Emergency response to hypo/hyperglycaemia

This support is part of Daily Personal Activities (High Intensity).

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