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harps injuries aren't an unavoidable rite of passage for surgical
personnel anymore. They're a potentially life-changing, career-
threatening hazard, and they're entirely preventable. The follow-
ing quiz can help your facility create a culture of sharps safety.
The nation's surgical facilities
see more than 1,000 sharps injuries a day.
a.
true
b.
false
S H A R P S S A F E T Y
Getting to the Point of Sharps Safety
Know the facts and protect your staff.
Mary Owen, MSN, RN, CNOR | Savannah, Ga.
Mary
Owen,
MSN,
RN,
CNOR
IN THE ZONE A basin, tray or designated area can
facilitate hands-free transfers of sharp instruments.
