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*'''Administration sites''' - The areas where S.C. Injections can be administered in are the abdomen, the thigh, the lower back, and the upper arm <ref>https://www.drugs.com/cg/how-to-give-a-subcutaneous-injection.html/</ref>. It is important to vary the injection site to avoid infections or injuries.  Seek immediate medical care if a rash develops at the injection site or swelling is present after injecting.
*'''Administration sites''' - The areas where S.C. Injections can be administered in are the abdomen, the thigh, the lower back, and the upper arm <ref>https://www.drugs.com/cg/how-to-give-a-subcutaneous-injection.html/</ref>. It is important to vary the injection site to avoid infections or injuries.  Seek immediate medical care if a rash develops at the injection site or swelling is present after injecting.


[[File:SC injection skin pinch.jpg|300px|thumb|left|Hold and pinch the skin to inject into the subcutaneous tissue.]]
[[File:SC injection skin pinch.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Hold and pinch the skin to inject into the subcutaneous tissue.]]


#Wipe the area where you plan to give the injection with an alcohol swab.
#Wipe the area where you plan to give the injection with an alcohol swab.