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Injection given correctly? i recently underwent gastric bypass surgery. during the recovery i was given an injection in my stomach to prevent blood clots. a few days into my recovery i was given an injection in my arm for the the same thing. i was under t
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The : The best thing for you to do in this situation is to ask your doctor that cared for you while you were in the hospital why the second injection was given in the arm. Honestly it will be very difficult for anyone to comment on why the injections were given as they were since we did not order them and were not there. If there is any concern by your doctor, everything should be documented in your chart. For the future if you have any questions or concerns question the nursing staff or doctor right away. I hope you find answers soon.
Answered 10/3/2016
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This was: Probably Lovenox (enoxaparin) to help reduce the risk of developing blood clots in your calves. Usually given in the abdominal wall as a sub q injection. Check with the ordering physician as to the length of treatment recommended and the proper administration of lovenox (enoxaparin).
Answered 6/27/2014
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