What Is the Purpose of the Needlestick Safety and Prevention

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act?

• A)To ensure that an injection is administered correctly
• B)To ensure the proper disposal of sharps
• C)To reduce the chance of infection developing at the injection site
• D)To reduce needlestick injuries among health care workers

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