Nur 155 lab needles Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Intradermal needle gauge 25-27 gauge Intradermal needle length 1/4-5/8 inch Intradermal volume of fluid 0.1 mL Intradermal aspiration Do not aspirate intradermal common sites Inner lower arm, upper chest, back beneath scapulae Intradermal common uses allergy testing and TB screening subcutaneous injection needle size 25 gauge or 30 gauge for insulin Subcutaneous needle length Adult of normal weight: 5/8 in needle inserted at 45 degree an...