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Archive > July, 2005 Vol. VI, No. 7

Safety

The No-Hands Technique for Sharps

Rita McCormick, RN, CIC

Rita McCormick, RN, CIC One of our nurses was injured by a sharp during a procedure on an HIV-positive patient about 15 years ago. The injury didn't result in a bloodborne pathogen, but it did raise concern about sharps handling. To put a positive spin on a potentially negative situation, we developed rules for the handling of sharps devices, including their passing in the OR. Here's what we did, and how you can enhance sharps safety in your facility.

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