What is the purpose of using a short bevel needle for intradermal injections?

Using a short bevel needle for intradermal injections primarily enhances patient comfort. The design of a short bevel needle helps minimize tissue trauma and discomfort during the injection process. The angle and sharpness of the needle are optimized for intradermal administration, which involves injecting a small volume of medication just beneath the skin. This technique aims to create a small wheal or raised area without causing excessive pain or discomfort to the patient.

In contrast, other options may refer to different aspects of injection administration but do not directly relate to the specific benefits of using a short bevel needle in this context. For instance, reducing injection time or preventing medication leakage may be more pertinent to other needle types or injection techniques. Improving visibility of the injection site may be important in certain procedures but is not directly linked to the comfort provided by a short bevel needle.