How to inject insulin
1
Follow your doctor’s guidelines to prepare site. Either wipe with alcohol or wash with soap and water.
2
Let area dry.
3
Push plunger all the way down.
4
Hold the syringe or pen like a pencil. Quickly push needle into skin at a 90°angle. (Children and very thin adults may need to pinch the skin.)
Count to 5. Remove needle and syringe. Apply pressure to site.
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Have extra insulin and syringes on hand at all times. Keep supplies (syringes, cotton, alcohol, insulin) in a clean, handy place.
If you are using an insulin pen, dial up the correct dosage on the barrel of the pen and inject as pictured at the left. If your pen is reusable, change needles after each shot.
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