A Needle Stick Is More Likely to Occur If

question 35

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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