noun a type of needle or syringe used for injecting substances beneath the skin
adjective relating to the region directly beneath the skin
Used to describe a type of injection administered under the skin
Relating to the layer of tissue beneath the skin
Describes a type of needle used for injections
Refers to a method of delivering drugs directly into the bloodstream
Involves the administration of medications through a hypodermic needle
In medical thrillers, writers often use hypodermic needles as a plot device to inject drugs or poison into characters.
Psychologists may use hypodermic needles in the context of conducting medical procedures or administering medication to clients.
Nurses frequently use hypodermic needles to administer injections, draw blood, or deliver medications to patients.
Pharmacists may dispense hypodermic needles to customers for self-administration of medications or insulin injections.