All of the following are disposed of in the sharps container except
used blades.
intact anesthetic carpules.
used needles.
broken medication vials.
intact anesthetic carpules.
Rationale: intact anesthetic carpules – Contrary to popular practice, these do not need to be disposed of in the sharps container unless they are broken, shattered, or have blood in them. Otherwise, they can go into the regular lab trash.
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