Asked by Pareet Chattrath Parneet on May 24, 2024
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Which size zone should be avoided around umbilicus when giving abdominal subcutaneous injections?
Umbilicus
The medical term for the navel or belly button, which marks the area where the umbilical cord was attached.
Abdominal Subcutaneous
Refers to the injection or placement of substances into the subcutaneous layer in the abdominal area, often used for consistent absorption of medications.
Zone
An area or stretch of land having a particular characteristic, purpose, or use, or subject to particular restrictions.
- Understand the anatomical considerations for administering subcutaneous injections.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the anatomical considerations for administering subcutaneous injections.
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