Table 5 Frequency distribution of correct steps for insulin injection use (N = 492)
Steps of insulin injection | % of cases |
|---|---|
Wash your hands well. | 30.08% |
Gently pinch a two- to three-inch fold of skin on either side of the cleaned injection site. | 65% |
Insert the needle into the skin. | 89.22% |
Leave the skin and leave the syringe in place for 5 seconds after injecting. | 39.63% |
Pull the needle out and press on the skin for 5 seconds. | 39.2% |
Check for bleeding. | 2.2% |