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butterfly needle |
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butterfly needle, a short needle attached to plastic stabilizers at 90 degrees. It is used for IV access of small veins of adults and children. Usual gauge is 25 to 22 length. butterfly needle Phlebotomy A short needle with flexible plastic handles that fold for insertion and lay flat for stabilization with tape, aka scalp vein needles, as they are the most practical and commonly used IV needles for infants How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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To ease the pain, she suggests telling your doc you're scared and requesting the smallest needle possible--like a butterfly needle. |
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