Syringes and needles - page 2

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ok, I know how syringes are made (either extruded or molded plastic, probably both...) but... (dont mind me, I'm thinking deep) how do they get the holes in the needles? --Barbara... Read More

  1. by mario_ragucci
    Nov 27, '02
    Joined: Jan '02; Posts: 1,614; Likes: 2
    with computers, extrememly hot metals, and electricity, to produce an instrament very small.

    Always aspirate during an IM injection. The maximum ID dosage is 0.5cc and a subq shot could be with a 29 gauge needle, depending on the med.
  2. by Kayzee
    Nov 27, '02
    Occupation: RN Joined: Jun '02; Posts: 415; Likes: 1
    I'll have to put this on the top of my list for "things to find out"

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