Parts of the Syringe/Needle Quiz

What part of the needle attaches to the syringe?

What is the long slender stem of the needle called?

What does the bevel of a needle refer to?

What is the function of the plunger in a syringe?

What part of the syringe contains the scale and holds the medication?

What connects the syringe to the needle?

What part of the needle enters the body or is used to draw medications up?

Syringe and Needle Components

Hub: Located at one end of the needle, connects the needle to the syringe, providing stability during injection or aspiration.
Shaft/Cannula: The long, slender part of the needle, designed for penetration; features a beveled end that forms a sharp point for easier insertion.
Bevel: The angled surface at the needle's tip, designed to create a sharp point for effective puncturing of the skin and tissues.
Plunger: The movable component that fits inside the barrel; used for drawing medication into the syringe or pushing it out for injection.
Barrel: The outer casing of the syringe, where measurement markings indicate the volume of liquid; holds the medication prior to administration.
Tip: The connection point between the syringe and needle, ensuring a secure fit to prevent leakage during use.
Needle: The actual instrument that penetrates the skin to administer medication or to extract fluids; essential for parenteral drug delivery.

Test your knowledge of the essential components of syringes and needles with this informative quiz. Each flashcard focuses on a specific part, providing definitions and functions essential for understanding medical equipment. Perfect for nursing students or anyone in the medical field!