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Insulin pens
reusable pen
Faster and easier
than syringes
Improve patient attitude
and adherence
Continuous
subcutaneous insulin
infusion (CSII)
External, programmable
pump connected to an
indwelling subcutaneous
catheter to deliver rapid- External, programmable
acting insulin pump connected to an
indwelling subcutaneous
catheter to deliver rapid-
acting insulin
Inhaler
Do NOT wipe the needle with alcohol Absorption differs in various areas of the human
as it removes the protective coating. body.
The coating makes injection easier The new shot can be given in the area with the
and less painful distance of 1 to 2 fingers from the site where
the last shot was given.
Eliminate bubbles
In mixing clear and cloudy insulin, bubbles can be removed Cold Insulin
from the clear insulin, which is drawn first. but can't remove
bubbles after both insulins are in the syringe. Bring to room temperature to prevent sting
Do not inject close to the belly button. Do not inject close to moles or Inject breakfast and lunch bolus doses into the abdomen
scars. The tissue there is tougher insulin absorption will not be as because Insulin is absorbed fastest when injected into this
consistent.
area.
Injecting in the upper arm, use only the outer back area (where the most
fat is). It is hard to pinch the upper arm when doing self injection. Try Fast absorption is needed at mealtimes to cover the
pressing upper arm against a wall or door. carbohydrates you are about to eat.
When injecting in the thigh, stay away from the inner thighs. If thighs
rub together when walking, if might make the injection site sore.
Do not inject in an area that will be exercised soon. Exercising The supper or bedtime dose of long-acting insulin could
increases blood flow, which causes long-acting insulin to be absorbed be injected into the thigh, buttocks, or upper arm so the
at a rate that’ s faster needed. long-acting insulin can take effect gradually and cover
needs throughout the night.
Insulin Absorption