Injections

Needle Size Gauge = [blank_start]Diameter[blank_end] The [blank_start]larger[blank_end] the gauge the [blank_start]smaller[blank_end] the needle

Single use vials/ampules preparation: 1. [blank_start]Find dot[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]Snap away[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Use vial opener[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Use filter needle to draw up[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]LABEL SYRINGE[blank_end]

Sterile multi-dose bottles preparation: 1. [blank_start]Date when opened[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]Write expiry[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Swab top with alcohol before each use[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Aseptic technique[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]LABEL SYRINGE[blank_end]

The Injection Process 1. [blank_start]Wash hands[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]Select appropriately sized needle[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Select appropriately sized syringe[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Use aseptic technique[blank_end]

Injection technique 1. [blank_start]Swab top of bottle with alcohol[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]aseptically attach needle to syringe[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Loosen plunger of syringe[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Invert the bottle[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]insert needle where rubber in thinnest[blank_end] 6. [blank_start]Withdraw correct volume[blank_end] 7. [blank_start]Remove any air bubbles[blank_end] 8. [blank_start]remove needle and label syringe[blank_end] 9. [blank_start]give medication immediately[blank_end] 10. [blank_start]Dispose in sharps container[blank_end]

SQ/SC = [blank_start]Subcutaneous[blank_end] Site: Cats/Dogs = [blank_start]Dorsal cervical area[blank_end] Horses/Cows = [blank_start]Lateral neck[blank_end] Use: [blank_start]Fluids for mild dehydration[blank_end] [blank_start]Vaccines[blank_end] [blank_start]Slow absorption[blank_end]

Subcutaneous Injection Method: 1. [blank_start]Tent skin[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]Insert needle into tent[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Draw back syringe to ensure -ve pressure[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Administer[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]Remove needle[blank_end] 6. [blank_start]Record medication and dose[blank_end] on medical record

IM = [blank_start]Intramuscular[blank_end] Site: Cats/Dogs - [blank_start]Lumbar muscles, Quadriceps, Triceps[blank_end] Horses/Cows - [blank_start]Gluteal muscles, lateral neck muscles[blank_end] Horses - [blank_start]Pectoral muscle[blank_end] Use: [blank_start]Premed before general anesthesia[blank_end] [blank_start]Sedation[blank_end] [blank_start]Quick absorption[blank_end]

Intramuscular Injection Method 1. [blank_start]Restrain animal[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]2nd person to inject[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Locate muscle belly[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Needle entry perpendicular to site[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]Inject[blank_end] 6. [blank_start]Remove needle at same angle as entry[blank_end]

IV = [blank_start]Intravenous[blank_end] Sites: Cats/Dogs - [blank_start]Cephalic, jugular, saphenous[blank_end] Large Animal - [blank_start]Jugular, Tail vein in cows[blank_end] Uses: [blank_start]Fluids[blank_end] [blank_start]Sedation[blank_end] [blank_start]IV antibiotics[blank_end] [blank_start]Fast onset[blank_end]

Intravenous Injection Method: 1. [blank_start]Restrain[blank_end] 2. [blank_start]2nd person to inject[blank_end] 3. [blank_start]Clip[blank_end] 4. [blank_start]Aseptically prep skin[blank_end] 5. [blank_start]Handler hold up vein[blank_end] 6. [blank_start]insert needle bevel up[blank_end] 7. [blank_start]Draw back to ensure blood[blank_end] 8. [blank_start]Handler removes pressure, inject[blank_end] 9. [blank_start]Remove needle, apply pressure to site[blank_end]