2007-01-12 15:12:51 · 11 answers · asked by kelleygaither2000 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
I realize it may seem silly but there's no reason it should not be treated with as much care as any other medical procedure. It would be inhumane and unethical otherwise. That's like asking why don't they just slit their throats with a rusty razor.
2007-01-12 15:17:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Until the actual injection happens, there is always a chance that a governor or other official may put a stay on the execution. In this case, the act of using a sterile needle and alcohol swab is consistent with common medical practices extended to any person who is receiving a medical procedure.
2007-01-12 15:21:00 · answer #2 · answered by no free rides 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The alchohol swab kills the bacteria.etc. on the skin around the area of injection,so that wen the needle pierces,it will not carry any of them into the blood.
The sterile needle is used for obvious reasons!
2007-01-12 17:35:07 · answer #3 · answered by koz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the needles are all pre-sterilized, so using an unsterile needle would be extra work. What do you want them to do, get the needle dirty just for the occasion?
In other words, you get the same needle as hospital patients. Sorry, but this is the death chamber, not Burger King - you can't have it your way.
2007-01-12 15:22:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
To keep the needle from getting infected when it enters the inmate.
(I couldn't help it.)
Honestly though, I believe its to insure no blockage of the injection fluid, alcohol swap keeps the blood clear of the needle hole to insure the most humane possible injection, because if the needle gets clogged in the process the inmate only gets a partial dose.
2007-01-12 15:18:49 · answer #5 · answered by Action 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Death needs to be handled properly. Leading up to the execution, everything goes perfectly. The "criminal" sees his family, has a meal of his/her choice, and any last wishes. Why blow propriety during the execution? It gives lawyers something to argue about...So I think it's just being aware of etiquette. My insight.
2007-01-12 15:38:11 · answer #6 · answered by Jimmy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Excellent question! I've often wondered that myself. Like it matters. The person won't be passing around any diseases that he or she might catch.
I say, use the same needle over and over and over...
2007-01-12 15:18:39 · answer #7 · answered by Barry 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
to protect the persons injecting
2007-01-12 15:38:30 · answer #8 · answered by ambi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So they won't have a sick corpse on their hands! What a thought provoking question. I'm afraid I just might ponder upon this all night! Thanks, I bet you have a great sense of humor! LOL!!!
2007-01-12 15:24:37 · answer #9 · answered by fishergirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
so you dont get infected i think =]
2007-01-12 15:16:53 · answer #10 · answered by hil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋