If a decision is made to bend a needle to improve access during an injection, the needle should be bent to a 45-degree angle and as close as possible to the hub
A) True
B) False
B
Explanation: B) If it is decided to bend a needle, the bend should be made near the center of the needle shaft, not at the hub/shaft interface, in order to create a 45-degree angle and to avoid undue stress and increased risk of breakage.
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