How to Inject Insulin

Where to Inject the Insulin

Insulin should be injected into subcutaneous tissue. Proper Techniques must be learn so that insulin is not injected too close to the outer skin (which may cause a lump, pain or a red spot) or too deep into the muscle (which may cause pain & insulin too be absorbed to quickly).

Injection Site 

 The best places to give insulin are the:

• Any four quadrants of abdomen, always at least an inch away from the umbilicus.
• Front or outer aspects of both thighs.
• Upper outer area of  buttocks.
• Outer and rear surfaces of upper arms.

Steps for Using Pen Device 

• Remove the cover
• Attach the pen needle to the insulin pen
• Expel the air form the needle
• Dial the dose to the number of units of insulin needed
• Insert the pen needle into the layer of fat under the skin
• Press the Button at the top of the pen 

Steps for Insulin Injection

• Get supplies
• Insulin
• Syringe
• Alcohol wipe
• Sharp containers

1. Pinching up of the skin increases the depth of the subcutaneous tissues 
2. Insert needle at 45° - 90°
3. Push in plunger
4. Gently release pinch 
5. Pull needle out slowly