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Hi I Was Wondering Why Whenever I Get An Iv,
Question: Hi i was wondering why whenever i get an iv, when the needle is in just past the tip, whether its at a 30,45 or flush angle, the needle tip hits something and it feels like stabbing
Brief Answer:
The stabbing feeling can be related to nerve touch during IV manipulation
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
During the IV manipulation, the needle is inserted in the vein and may hit the nerve.
This can be related to the stabbing feeling.
In such a case, it is recommended to use a vein catheter because it is more gentle with the vein.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
The stabbing feeling can be related to nerve touch during IV manipulation
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
During the IV manipulation, the needle is inserted in the vein and may hit the nerve.
This can be related to the stabbing feeling.
In such a case, it is recommended to use a vein catheter because it is more gentle with the vein.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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