Needlestick

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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?

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Specializes in NICU, ICU, PICU, Academia.

Is this a homework question? If so, what does your research tell you?

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Specializes in Nurse Leader specializing in Labor & Delivery.

What, specifically, are the risks/concerns regarding needlestick injuries?

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You cannot contaminate yourself... with a sterile needle. Needle stick injuries occur after the injection.

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Specializes in Pedi.

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.

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