QMA Insulin Injection Sites and Site Rotation 2

Question 1

Exercise affects insulin absorption when insulin is injected into the thigh. What effect does exercise of the legs have?

Accepted Answer

It speeds up absorption from the thigh

Answer

Exercise increases blood flow to active muscles, which accelerates insulin absorption from the thigh injection site.

Question 2

What is lipodystrophy in the context of insulin injection?

Accepted Answer

An abnormal change in fatty tissue at injection sites

Answer

Lipodystrophy refers to abnormal distribution or changes in subcutaneous fat at injection sites, including lipoatrophy (loss) and lipohypertrophy (buildup).

Question 3

A QMA is about to inject insulin into a patient's upper arm. What angle is typically recommended for a standard insulin pen needle?

Accepted Answer

90 degrees

Answer

Modern short pen needles (4–6 mm) are generally inserted at a 90-degree angle to ensure delivery into subcutaneous tissue.

Question 4

Which condition would require the QMA to avoid a specific injection site?

Accepted Answer

Scar tissue, bruising, or active infection at the site

Answer

Sites with scar tissue, bruising, or infection must be avoided because they impair absorption and increase the risk of complications.

Question 5

When documenting insulin site rotation, what information should the QMA record?

Accepted Answer

The anatomical site used and any site abnormalities observed

Answer

Recording the specific anatomical site used and any observed abnormalities ensures proper rotation tracking and clinical continuity.

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QMA Insulin Injection Sites and Site Rotation 2