Palliative Medicine, 2018 32(7) p1208-1215
Healy, Sue; Israel, Fiona; Charles, Margaret; Reymond, Liz
This Australian study explored differences in laycarers' confidence in administering
subcutaneous injections depending upon whether a laycarer, registered nurse or
pharmacist prepared injections for subsequent administration by laycarers. Results indicated that upskilled laycarers can confidently administer subcutaneous injections
for loved ones, regardless of who prepares injections. This finding can improve
patient outcomes and potentially decrease unwanted admissions to inpatient facilities.