Which statement by a patient who uses insulin shows correct understanding of injection-site teaching?
Correct answer: B. I will rotate sites within the same body area
- A. I will use the same spot for every injection
- B. I will rotate sites within the same body area
- C. I will massage the area after each injection
- D. I will inject through clothing to reduce discomfort
Explanation
Rotating sites within an anatomical area helps maintain predictable absorption and reduces lipohypertrophy. Repeated injections into one spot can produce fatty tissue changes, while massage and injecting through clothing are unsafe practices.
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Covers diabetes mellitus, insulin therapy, hypoglycaemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar states and common thyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders. It includes blood glucose monitoring, diet, foot care, sick-day management and the clinical differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state.
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