The nurse has a good understanding of the purpose of a needleless system. How does the nurse respond when asked about this type of system?
a. A needleless system is used as a safety mechanism for injury prevention of needlesticks.
b. A needleless system is used only in hospitals.
c. A needleless system is a new technology that is in trial.
d. A needleless system is currently used only in emergencies.
a. A needleless system is used as a safety mechanism for injury prevention of needlesticks.
FEEDBACK
a. A needleless system is used as a safety mechanism for injury prevention of needlesticks and associated diseases from blood-borne infections. There are many types of needleless systems in use. Many of these systems use a closed system, allowing for increased compliance with infection control.
b. The needleless system is available for all types of allied health and was originally piloted in the hospital setting in the late 1990s.
c. The needleless system is a new technology that originated in the late 1990s and continues to evolve.
d. The needleless system is available for all types of allied health.
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