CPCT/A Patient Care Exam Test Prep

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Phil is selecting a needle for a butterfly syringe, intended for drawing a blood specimen from a pediatric patient. His patient’s veins are small, so he wants a small sized needle. He chooses a 23-gauge needle. Has Phil made the correct selection?

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Answer: A - A 23-gauge needle is considered a small-bore needle. A 23-gauge needle is frequently used with a butterfly syringe. Remember, the LARGER the number, the SMALLER the bore.

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