For those who work in healthcare, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by the huge variety of medical needles available. Each one has a different purpose, so it is of paramount importance that you understand how best to choose a needle for a given task.
With our wide array of medical needles, you are certain to find exactly what you need. Whether you are administering intravenous drugs or taking blood, it’s important to know not only the specific usage of your needle, but also the manufacturer’s part number. Armed with that information, you can choose the needle you need for the task at hand.
Anesthesia needles
The type of anesthesia needles you need depend entirely on the injection site. Let’s say you need to administer a spinal block or epidural. The needle used is generally long and very thin, ending in a pointed or beveled edge. An epidural needle sometimes has a curve to it.
If you are administering oral anesthesia, you will use a shorter, even thinner needle. These needles are specially made to connect to a sealed syringe full of local anesthetic. It’s important to buy the correct needles so as not to cause undue pain or anesthetize the wrong area.
Hypodermic needles
Hypodermic needles are by far the most commonly used. They are used for both injections as well as fluid withdrawals. Because there are different types of syringes, it’s important to buy the correct hypodermic needle that fits.
Hypodermics come in a wide array of lengths and gauges, so be sure to ascertain the combination you need. Typically, a larger gauge (and thus thinner) needle is used for administration of insulin or other intravenous drugs, while smaller gauge (larger) needles are used for blood donation or certain vaccine injections.
Port access needles
Port access needles are used to administer drugs or withdraw fluids from a patient’s port implant. They are usually bent at the tip and are a bit thicker than the average hypodermic needle. It’s very important to know the model number you need so you can ensure compatibility with the port. We have a variety of sizes so you can find the right one.
Insufflation needles
If you have to inflate a patient’s body cavity for surgery, you know you need an insufflation needle. These needles are very long and thick, which is necessary for their task.
As you can see, the type of procedure you are performing greatly depends on obtaining the correct needle. With AAA Wholesale Company, you are guaranteed to find the right medical needles for every need. Whether you are administering anesthesia, drawing blood for testing or giving a shot of insulin, we’ve got you covered. Always remember, you should be aware of the manufacturer’s part number to ensure your needle will fit your syringe.