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?

    <p>To minimize the risk of needle stick injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for recapping needles?

    <p>Using the 'scoop method' or a mechanical device</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Placing the needle/syringe in a tray or other protective container</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Using a mechanical device such as a forceps or a clamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Dispose of the syringe and needle together in the sharps container</p> 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?

    <p>Three fourths full</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Report all needle stick and other sharps-related injuries promptly to ensure appropriate follow-up care</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with broken glass?

    <p>Use mechanical means such as a brush and dustpan, tongs, or forceps</p> Signup and view all the answers

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