Diabetes at Camp 2025-Diabetes at Camp: Insulin Injections

Diabetes at Camp: Insulin Injections

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This module on "Diabetes at Camp" focuses on insulin administration through various delivery devices, specifically insulin injections using syringes and pens. Participants who complete the module should be able to identify different insulin administration devices, understand the preparation steps for syringe and pen priming and injection, and know appropriate insulin injection sites.<br /><br />Rotating injection sites is crucial to avoid developing hardened areas under the skin. Common insulin delivery devices include pen devices, syringes, jet injectors, insulin pumps (which are discussed in another module), and even inhaled insulin, subject to age restrictions and clinical trials.<br /><br />Key details on the different devices:<br />- **Pen Devices**: Available in disposable or reusable/refillable forms using different needle lengths (4mm, 5mm, 6mm).<br />- **Syringes**: Disposable syringes designed for U-100 insulin with needle lengths of 6mm or 8mm, suitable for various BMI levels.<br />- **Jet Injectors**: Needle-free alternatives that deliver insulin transcutaneously using high-speed and high-pressure streams. They are not commonly used due to limited application.<br /><br />Essential supplies for insulin injections include alcohol swabs, insulin, a delivery device (syringe, pen plus needle tip, or jet injector), and a sharps container for safe disposal.<br /><br />For both syringes and pens, it is important to clean the injection site with alcohol before administering insulin. The used syringe or pen needle must be properly disposed of in a sharps container to prevent injuries and comply with local and state disposal guidelines.<br /><br />The module emphasizes important injection practices such as priming the device before use, ensuring there's no air in the device to avoid incorrect dosing, and cleaning injection sites with alcohol before use. An assessment section helps reinforce the training by checking understanding of necessary supplies and preparation techniques.

Keywords

Diabetes

Insulin administration

Syringes

Pen devices

Injection sites

Jet injectors

Injection preparation

Sharps disposal

Needle lengths

Injection practices