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Section 9 - Sharps Containers Flashcards

1
Q

TRUE OR FALSE: Needles should be recapped.

A

FALSE: use safety

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Accidental puncture from contaminated needles and other sharps can result in what?

A

Transmission of blood borne pathogens

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3
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Is it ever okay to break or shear needles?

A

No/False

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If a sharps container is overflowing when the phlebotomist comes on shift, what should they do?

A

Report violation to supervisor

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TRUE OR FALSE: Sharps containers must be closable, puncture-resistant, leak proof.

A

TRUE

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