Reducing needlestick injuries

Intravenous literature: Gabriel, J. (2009) Reducing needlestick and sharps injuries among healthcare workers. Nursing Standard. 23(22), p.41-4.

Abstract:

The risk of needlestick or sharps-related injuries to healthcare staff with statistical data about numbers of injuries, and how blood-borne viruses can be transmitted. Prevention and management of sharps injuries is discussed.

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