Reducing the risk of injuries to staff from insulin pens

Article Abstract:

Problems in the use and disposal of sharp objects used in the administration of insulin therapy in a hospital setting are described. Subsequent investigation and action taken to reduce the risk of needlestick injuries in staff that administer insulin therapy with an insulin pen delivery system is discussed.

United States, Health Care and Social Assistance, HEALTH SERVICES, Medical Personnel, Dosage and administration, Insulin

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Risks and effects of sharps injuries

Article Abstract:

Underreporting of needlestick injuries reduces the perception of the danger of such injuries. Risk assessment and training are needed to teach nurses of the risk of bloodborne diseases like hepatitis and HIV.

Labor Distribution by Employer, Health aspects, Risk factors, Statistics, Blood-borne diseases, Bloodborne diseases

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Achieving safe sharps practice

Article Abstract:

Guidelines for preventing needlestick injuries from sharps are presented. Methods for using safety devices, handling sharps and correctly disposing of sharps are included.

United Kingdom

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