Showing posts with label sharp. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sharp. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Sharp tools

●   Sharp tools in use in hospital setting:
      • Syringes and needles
      • Scalpel blades
      • Razors
      • Infusion sets
      • Lancets
      • Broken glass
Why proper handling and disposal of sharps is important?
  • Improper handling and disposal of sharps leads to acquisition of infections by Healthcare Workers during their work ( occupational health hazards).
  • This leads to transmission of blood borne infections namely HBV, HCV AND HIV  infections among patients as well as Healthcare workers.
  • Proper handling and disposal of sharps leads to the minimization of the risk of getting infected by above blood borne infections. 
 
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