Infection Control & SafetyQuestion 368 of 484
In electrology, how must single-use needles and probes be handled immediately after use?
a.Wiped with alcohol and reused on the same client only
b.Placed directly into a puncture-resistant, labeled sharps container at the point of use
c.Recapped using two hands and stored in a drawer
d.Soaked in disinfectant for 10 minutes before discarding in regular trash
Explanation
16 CCR §984 and Cal/OSHA 8 CCR §5193 require single-use needles and other sharps to be discarded immediately into a closable, puncture-resistant, leak-proof sharps container labeled as biohazard, located at the point of use. Recapping is prohibited.
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