A client with diabetes newly admitted to the hospital needs to receive an insulin injection at 08:00.The client states that the previous morning's dose was given in the abdomen.The nurse plans to give this morning's dose in which of the following locations?

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It is recommended to rotate injection sites within the same general area to prevent lipodystrophy (changes in fat tissue) and absorption problems. However, injections should not be given in areas that are swollen, bruised or tender. Given that the client's previous dose was given in the abdomen, it is safe to assume that this site is suitable for insulin injections and can be used again.

A Client with Diabetes Newly Admitted to the Hospital Needs