Recap Needles

Question 1

What is a type of practice, replaces the protective cap over the needle and tip after it has been used?

Answer 1

Recap needles

Question 2

Is the recap needles a safe practice?

Answer 2

• No
• Leads to injury (people inadvertently jab themselves; “needle stick injury”)
• Unnecessary

Question 3

What way are there to avoid recap needles?

Answer 3

Disposing uncapped needles and syringes in red sharp containers