Diabetes at Camp: Basics-Diabetes at Camp: Insulin Injections with Syringes and Pens

Diabetes at Camp: Insulin Injections with Syringes and Pens

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This document is Module 4 of 16 from the "Diabetes at Camp" series, focusing on insulin injections using syringes and pens. The objectives include listing insulin administration devices, explaining preparation steps for syringe/pen use, and identifying injection sites. It emphasizes rotating injection sites to prevent skin issues. Various insulin delivery devices like pens, syringes, jet injectors, and insulin pumps are discussed, with details on pen devices and syringes including needle lengths and sizes. The importance of cleaning the injection site and avoiding air bubbles during administration is highlighted. Instructions for disposing of syringes and pen needles properly are provided. The document includes an assessment section and a summary outlining key points such as priming devices before use. Additional resources for insulin administration and disposal are recommended. The content is proprietary to the American Diabetes Association and was created with grant funding.

Keywords

Diabetes at Camp

insulin injections

syringes

pens

insulin administration devices

injection sites

needle lengths

needle sizes

cleaning injection site

disposing of syringes