The nurse gives an injection in a patient's room. What should the nurse do with the needle for disposal?
a. Dispose of syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in patient's room.
b. Dispose of syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in an area outside of patient's room.
c. Cap needle immediately after giving injection and dispose of in proper container.
d. Cap needle, break from syringe, and dispose of in proper container.
ANS: A
All needles (uncapped and unbroken) are disposed of in a rigid, puncture-resistant container located near the site of use. Consequently, these containers should be installed in the patient's room. The uncapped needle should not be transported to an area distant from use.
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