Questions and Answers
What is the most common location for injections in bovines?
Which needle gauge is typically used for subcutaneous injections in bovines?
When should the needle be removed from the syringe in the muscle injection process?
What is the correct placement for intramuscular injections in a bovine's neck?
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Which of the following is a location used for caudal thigh injections?
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How should the needle be positioned when inserting for subcutaneous injections?
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What is the purpose of creating a 'tent' with the skin in subcutaneous injections?
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What is the appropriate procedure when inserting the needle for a muscle injection?
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What anatomical structures should be avoided during neck injections in bovines?
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Which of the following locations is NOT suitable for intramuscular injections in bovines?
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What is the appropriate needle gauge and length for intramuscular injections in feline and canine patients?
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What technique is used for subcutaneous injections in ovine and caprine patients?
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Where should the needle be inserted for intramuscular injections in the hind limb of a canine or feline?
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In equine patients, what is the specific location for intramuscular injections?
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For subcutaneous injections in canine patients, where should the needle be inserted?
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What type of needle should be used for subcutaneous injections in ovine patients?
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What is the correct action when injecting intramuscularly in ovine, regarding the needle and syringe?
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Which of the following locations is inappropriate for subcutaneous injections in canines?
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Where should subcutaneous injections be performed in equine patients?
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What area is designated for intramuscular injections in ovine and caprine species?
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Study Notes
General Injection Techniques
- Intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (SQ) techniques are applicable to various species, including feline, canine, ovine, caprine, equine, and bovine patients.
Canine and Feline Injections
- Intramuscular (IM): Utilize a 25-20 Ga 1" needle.
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Common Locations:
- Lumbar/Epaxial: Inject caudal to the last rib and cranial to the ilium wing, avoiding the dorsal spinous processes.
- Thigh: Target quadriceps, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus muscles; insert needle caudally to avoid the sciatic nerve.
- Subcutaneous (SQ): Employ a 25-18 Ga 1" needle.
- Technique: Tent skin; for injecting in the neck or back, place needle perpendicular to the tented skin. For distal limbs, tent the skin and insert needle perpendicular.
Ovine and Caprine Injections
- Intramuscular (IM): Use a 21-20 Ga 1" needle.
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Common Locations:
- Neck: Triangle area, cranial to shoulder, ventral to nuchal ligament, dorsal to cervical vertebrae.
- Subcutaneous (SQ): Utilize a 22-18 Ga 1-1.5" needle.
- Technique: Tent the area similar to IM injections; in the neck, use the same triangle area; for the axilla, ensure a perpendicular insertion.
Equine Injections
- Intramuscular (IM): Use a 20-18 Ga 1.5" needle.
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Common Locations:
- Neck: Most common injection site; follow the triangular guideline.
- Caudal Thigh: Injections in semimembranosus and semitendinosus, avoiding gastrocnemius tendon.
- Subcutaneous (SQ): Rarely used; typically for local anesthesia or nerve blocks.
- Technique: Remove needle from the syringe prior to muscle insertion, then attach to inject.
Bovine Injections
- Intramuscular (IM): Use an 18 Ga 1.5" needle.
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Common Locations:
- Neck: Triangle area similar to equine injections.
- Subcutaneous (SQ): Use a 20-18 Ga 1-1.5" needle.
- Technique: Tent skin for both injection types; remove needle from syringe when inserting into muscle, attach afterward.
Injection Guidelines
- Always leave the needle attached to the syringe when performing subcutaneous injections.
- The technique of necessity involves removing the needle from the syringe prior to injecting for intramuscular injections.
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Test your knowledge on intramuscular and subcutaneous injection techniques applicable to various species, including dogs, cats, and farm animals. This quiz covers needle sizes, injection sites, and specific techniques for effective administration of medications.
