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Category - Puncture & Draws
A 22-gauge needle would be appropriately used for which group of the following patients? Choose all that apply.
Answers: B and C - In general, a 22-gauge needle is usually used in both children and senior adults. For most adults, an 18-20 gauge needle is necessary, while 24-gauge needles are used for infants and only occasionally for seniors.