Consists of a short, thin needle attached to flexible tubing
Has two plastic wings on each side for easy handling and stabilization
Usually comes in sizes 18G–27G (most common: 21G–23G)
Color-coded wings indicate needle size
Designed for superficial and fragile veins
Venipuncture
Blood sample collection
Especially useful in children, elderly, and patients with small veins
Intravenous Therapy (Short Duration)
Administration of IV medications
IV fluids in emergency or short-term situations
Difficult Venous Access
Patients with fragile, rolling, or hard-to-find veins
Oncology or chronically ill patients
Pediatric and Neonatal Care
Commonly used for scalp veins in infants
Also used on hands or feet
Easy to insert and control
Less painful due to small needle size
Reduced vein trauma
Better visibility of blood flashback
