| 摘要 |
<p>A small needle tip cover (84) is provided which is capable of rendering a used disposable needle safe from accidental punctures. Needle tip cover (84) is preferably formed from either extruded or molded plastic. Needle tip cover (84) includes a housing portion (85) and a shield portion (86) that is connected to the housing (85) via connection member (87). Housing portion (85) includes a channel (89) therein which supports a viscous adhesive (88) which produces a friction surface for gripping the shaft of a used disposable needle (82) brought into contact therewith. The needle (82) is placed into channel (89) in a motion that is at least partially transverse to an axis defined by needle (82). Usually however, needle (82) is placed into channel (89) in a motion that is substantially transverse to an axis defined by the needle. In other words, the shaft of needle (82) slides down slanted walls (89a) forcing channel (89) open which allows the needle shaft to enter channel (89). After entering, the opening in the channel (89) closes and the shaft is trapped therein.</p> |
