Applicability of calf subcutaneous tissue to subcutaneous injection in young adults

Torun S., Mutluay Ş. D.

APPLIED NURSING RESEARCH, vol.34, pp.66-69, 2017 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 34
  • Publication Date: 2017
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.apnr.2017.02.002
  • Journal Name: APPLIED NURSING RESEARCH
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED)
  • Page Numbers: pp.66-69
  • Keywords: Tissue thickness, Calf, Subcutaneous injection, Applicable, INSULIN INJECTIONS
  • Çukurova University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Aim: The aim of the study is to provide usage of subcutaneous tissue of lateral calf area (region of M. Gastrocnemius) in addition to the existing injection regions and to compare tissue thicknesses of the lateral upper arm, anterior and lateral thigh, anterior abdomen regions and calf regions.