Can you reuse a needle on yourself? In short, no. Reusing a needle can spread infection and disease. Reusing a needle is not safe. It can spread infection and disease. HIV, hepatitis B and C, and other blood-borne illnesses can be...
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Needle Stick Injury Treatment
A needle stick injury is a puncture wound caused by a needle that has been used on someone else and then accidentally poked you. It can also occur when a sharp object such as a scalpel or broken glass is handled...
Continue reading...Same Needle To Draw And Inject
When it comes to medical procedures, there’s often a lot of confusion surrounding the use of certain terminology. One such term is “same needle to draw and inject.” Some people might think that this means using the same needle for both...
Continue reading...How To Sterilize Needle
Sterilizing needles is an important process to prevent the spread of infection. There are a few different ways to do this, but each method has its own advantages and disadvantages. The most common way to sterilize needles is by using an...
Continue reading...Smartsite Needle Free Valve
A Smartsite needle free valve is a medical device that is used to inject medication or other fluids into the body without the use of a needle. This device is made up of a small, plastic valve that is attached to...
Continue reading...How Does A Retractable Needle Work
A retractable needle is a needle that retracts, or moves back into the body of the device after use. This helps to prevent the spread of infection, as the needle is not exposed to the environment after use. Retractable needles are...
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