A Needle-Stick Is More Likely to Occur If

question 19

Multiple Choice

A needle-stick is more likely to occur if:

• A)an attempt is made to recap a needle
• B)a needle of inappropriate gauge is used
• C)a Vacutainer set is used to obtain a specimen
• D)needles are immediately retracted into a safety device after use
• E)all of the above

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