Originally Posted by
bass
its as easy as you giving yourself a shot! don't over think it. simply do the following,
1. attach 5/32" clear tubing to the 18g. needle, simply press fit into the bore of the luer end, you can tape it for extra security.
2. poke two holes on the bottle cap and insert the other tube end into one of the holes, leave the other hole open to relieve the pressure. you can tape it for extra security.
3. wear the BP cuff but don't pump yet.
4. sanitize the injection area with alcohol.
5. pump the BP cuff, not too tight, just enough so your veins popup or where you can feel them.
6. with clean fingers feel where the vein is then with a quick but firm push stick the needle into your vein, make sure the bevel is in up position, and make sure you angle the needle very shallow, don't go in with a steep angle otherwise you'll go through the vein.
7. make sue you have a soft ball or something to lightly squeeze and keep moving your fingers to help blood flow.
NOTE: make sure you place the bottle on the floor to let gravity help pull your blood easier.
Warning, have someone with you in case you pass out, and tell them what to do in case it happens. make sure they relief the BP cuff, remove it then pull the needle out, put cotton ball and wrap it.
Good luck!
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