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Sharps Handling and Disposal Guideline

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What is the condition for collecting sharp boxes?

When they are empty
When they are half full
When they are 3/4 full or after 7 days (correct)
When they are completely full

What is the recommended practice for handling needles?

Bending or breaking the needles
Re-capping the needles after use
Avoiding the use of needles where safe and effective alternatives are available (correct)
Manipulating the needles before disposal

What is the purpose of placing sharp boxes at or below eye level?

To prevent them from being overfilled
To reduce the risk of accidental puncture (correct)
To make them more visible
To make them easily accessible

Why should health care workers plan safe handling and disposal before beginning a procedure using needles?

To minimize the risk of needle stick injuries (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for recapping needles?

Using the 'scoop method' or a mechanical device (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended practice for transporting or storing needles between injections?

Placing the needle/syringe in a tray or other protective container (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for replacing the cap on a needle when recapping is necessary?

Using a mechanical device such as a forceps or a clamp (B) Signup and view all the answers

How should syringes with attached needles be disposed of after an injection?

Dispose of the syringe and needle together in the sharps container (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum percentage that a sharps container can be filled before it needs to be sealed and sent for incineration?

Three fourths full (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a needle stick or other sharps-related injury occurs?

Report all needle stick and other sharps-related injuries promptly to ensure appropriate follow-up care (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to prevent injury or exposure when handling sharps?

Both a and b (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with broken glass?

Use mechanical means such as a brush and dustpan, tongs, or forceps (C) Signup and view all the answers