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What is the lumen of a needle?
What is the lumen of a needle?
What does the bevel of a needle refer to?
What does the bevel of a needle refer to?
Slanted end of the needle
What is the barrel in a syringe?
What is the barrel in a syringe?
Part of syringe that holds medication
What is the function of the hub in a syringe?
What is the function of the hub in a syringe?
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What is the role of the thumb plunger?
What is the role of the thumb plunger?
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What is the purpose of the flange on a syringe?
What is the purpose of the flange on a syringe?
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What does gauge refer to in the context of needles?
What does gauge refer to in the context of needles?
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What is measured at the bottom of the rubber stopper?
What is measured at the bottom of the rubber stopper?
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What does it mean to break the seal on a syringe?
What does it mean to break the seal on a syringe?
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What is a safety device in the context of injections?
What is a safety device in the context of injections?
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What is the sheath of a needle?
What is the sheath of a needle?
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What does the shaft refer to in relation to a needle?
What does the shaft refer to in relation to a needle?
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Study Notes
Syringe and Needle Components
- Lumen: The hollow internal section of the needle allowing fluid passage.
- Bevel: The slanted tip of the needle which facilitates smooth entry into tissues.
- Barrel: The body of the syringe that holds the medication in place.
- Hub: The connection point where the needle attaches to the syringe, ensuring a secure fit.
- Thumb Plunger: The mechanism that is pressed to inject medication through the syringe.
- Flange: An attachment designed for the index and middle fingers, providing stability while injecting.
- Gauge: A measurement indicating the size of the needle; smaller numbers represent larger diameters.
- Bottom of Rubber Stopper: The point used to measure medication accurately within the barrel gauge.
- Break the Seal: A process to prepare the syringe for use by pulling the plunger back and forth to loosen any seals.
- Safety Device: A feature incorporated into needles that activates post-injection to prevent needle stick injuries.
- Sheath: A protective covering that guards the needle before use.
- Shaft: The outer portion of the needle that connects the bevel to the hub, affecting the length and penetration depth.
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This quiz provides a set of flashcards that cover essential terminology related to the parts of syringes and needles. Each card includes a specific word and its definition, helping you to familiarize yourself with important concepts in medical practice. Ideal for students in healthcare or nursing programs.
