Hospital 101 Quiz: Test Your Basic Knowledge of Hospital Operations

What should be done immediately after sustaining a needlestick injury?

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What should be done immediately after sustaining a needlestick injury?
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Immediate washing of the site reduces risk of infection after accidental needlestick exposure.

What should be done immediately after sustaining a needlestick injury?

Cover with an occlusive dressing only
Wash the area with soap and water
Ignore if no bleeding occurs
Apply a tourniquet above the site
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