Should a Needle Face Up or Down? A Guide to Proper Bevel Orientation
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The angled tip of a needle, called the bevel, is specifically designed to minimize tissue damage upon insertion. The correct orientation of this bevel—determining whether a needle **should a needle face up or down**—is a critical technique in pharmacology that varies depending on the injection type to reduce patient discomfort and ensure proper medication delivery.
