Nov 8, 20178 yr Hi allI have a question that i need to get clarification please. While a nurse is preparing an injection and accidentally stick herself should a prophylactic treatment be initiated?should the nurse stop the bleeding as soon as possible? More Like This General Nursing Freaking out over possible needlestick 3 Replies Active 12/06/2024 07:08 PM
Nov 9, 20178 yr You cannot contaminate yourself... with a sterile needle. Needle stick injuries occur after the injection.
Nov 9, 20178 yr If you are drawing up a medication for an injection with a new, sterile needle and stick yourself in the process, where is the risk that would warrant post-exposure prophylaxis? There has been no exposure.
Hi all
I have a question that i need to get clarification please. While a nurse is preparing an injection and accidentally stick herself should a prophylactic treatment be initiated?
should the nurse stop the bleeding as soon as possible?