INJECTIONS AND MEDICATION

Mr. Pace

Types of Injections Subcutaneous – Administered in the

layer of skin directly below the dermis and epidermis SC, SQ, sub-cu, sub-Q or subcut. Subcut is

the preferred abbreviation for patient safety

Types of Injections Intramuscular – the injection of a

medicine directly into the muscleIM is the preferred abbreviation for patient

safety

Types of Injections Intravenous - injection into a vein for the

purpose of instilling a single dose of medication

Fast acting; travel through body quickestIV is the preferred abbreviation for patient

safety

Types of Injections Intradermal – an injection of medicine

into layers of the skin This type of injection is often employed

to check for allergies, tuberculosis, and other elements, and administer rabies treatments

Injection sites Does it matter where on the animals

body we give injections?

Injection sites

The Injection Triangle http://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LAV9ColrWw

Proper administration

Proper Administration http://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoctHByNzoU

Syringe

Preparing the Medication1. Determine what type of injection you are

giving2. Assemble the medication and needle.

1. Remove the needle cover.2. Insert the syringe needle into the rubber center on

the top of the medicine bottle.3. Pull the plunger back to a mark at the prescribed

amount of medication.4. Inspect the medication in the syringe for air

bubbles5. Push the plunger until the air bubbles are removed.

Preparing the Medication3. Determine the injection site4. Insert the needle quickly and carefully

at the proper angle5. Inject the medicine into the patient.

○ Push the plunger down until all of the fluid has been released.

6. Remove the needle quickly

Other Types of Medication Topical - is a medication that is applied

to body surfaces to treat varying ailments creams, foams, gels, lotions and ointments.

Oral’s – Paste, liquid, or pills that are administered orally

ONE SICK BANANA Banana Injection Lab

Bell Quiz What are the symptoms of West Nile

Virus? What causes pneumonia in cattle? List two ways to prevent the spread of

disease at home or on the farm. List two ways to prevent the spread of

disease in the vet clinic. What was the best part about your

weekend?