Sterile needles used for patient injections
A)typically have four components: cannula,hub,and shaft bevel.
B)range in gauge from 0.25 to 5 inches.
C)are made of high-grade surgical aluminum.
D)often require the use of an angiocath for improved safety.

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Needles used for injection are made of stainless steel and may or may not be disposable.The needle has three parts: (1)the hub,which is the part that attaches to the syringe;(2)the cannula or shaft,which is the length of the metal part;and (3)the bevel,which is the slanted part at the tip of the needle.The gauge refers to the thickness or diameter of the needle.The length refers to the measurement in inches of the shaft portion.The length will vary from 0.25 to 5 inches and the gauge from 14 to 28 inches.An angiocath is a safer device compared with other systems to use when performing venipuncture.An angiocath is used the same as any other needle to puncture the vein.

Sterile Needles Used for Patient Injections