Why Should the Subcutaneous Injection Site of Heparin, Lovenox, or Fragmin

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Essay

Why should the subcutaneous injection site of heparin, Lovenox, or Fragmin not be rubbed after injection?

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Definitions:

Abdominal Surgery

A surgical procedure performed on the organs of the abdominal cavity, such as the stomach, liver, intestines, and pancreas.

Respiratory Secretions

Fluids produced in the airways, including mucus, saliva, or phlegm, that can be involved in the transmission of pathogens.

Left Lobes

Refers to the sections or divisions of an organ on the left side of the body, such as the left lobes of the liver or lungs.

Postural Drainage

A technique used in respiratory therapy to drain mucus from the lungs by positioning the body in specific ways, utilizing gravity.