How much do you know about needle stick injury? Take this "Needle stick injury quiz" to test your knowledge right now. Needlestick injuries are caused by needles accidentally puncturing the skin. Needlestick injuries are common and a big problem for people who work with hypodermic syringes or with other needle equipment. These injuries can be caused at any time when people deal with needles. So, let's find out your understanding of needle stick injury now.
True
False
800-1,000
1,000-2,000
800,000-1,000,000
900,000-2,000,000
True
False
50%
40%
80%
90%
1999
2001
2006
2009
75%
50%
35%
90%
Wash area with soap and water
Report injury to supervisor
Use bleach immediately
Both A & B
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B & C
Hepatitis B&C, HIV
HIV
Gowns
Safer Devices & Technics
Safer Devices & Technics and Gloves
Safety Goggles
52-54
52-56
56-58
54-58
Compromise Joint Commission standards
Compromise the Patient & Employee Safety
Compromise the integrity of the procedure
Both B & C
Compromise your beliefs
Charge Nurse
Co-Worker
Supervisor
Safety Officer
Both C & D
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