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Is Infection Possible By Accidental Pricking Of Used Needle?
Hi, I AM A Student NurSe And After CheckinG A Patient GMR,I Recap. While Disposing Of The Pin The Cap Fall Out And.The Needle Slightly Sticked Me Through My Glove. I Am Worrying That It.Might Be Serious, What Do You Think? BAre In Mind Before Capping The Needle Was Placed In A Tray And A Drip Of Blood Came Off.
Mon, 24 Feb 2014
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Though the chances of infection are negligible, please ensure the infective status of the concerned patient. You should have washed the area with antiseptics thoroughly.
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Though the chances of infection are negligible, please ensure the infective status of the concerned patient. You should have washed the area with antiseptics thoroughly.
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