Correct use of an insulin pen in veterinary practice is essential for accurate dosing and safe insulin administration in diabetic patients.
In this short training video, we walk through the correct use of an insulin pen, covering the key preparation steps and practical considerations that support accurate insulin delivery in clinical practice.
You’ll see a clear, step-by-step demonstration including:
- Equipment preparation and safety checks
- How to correctly attach and prime the insulin pen
- Selecting and administering the prescribed dose
- Practical injection technique and aftercare considerations
This video is designed to support veterinary professionals who may be unfamiliar with insulin pens, refreshing best practice for those who use them less frequently and helping to reduce avoidable administration errors in practice. It forms part of VSA’s wider educational resources available through F.E.T.C.H., our specialist-led learning platform.
The video is demonstrated by Cameron Prior, European Diplomate in Small Animal Internal Medicine.
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