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The document contains a quiz about needle stick injuries, including definitions, sources, and preventive measures. It highlights the significance of these injuries in healthcare due to the risk of transmitting blood borne pathogens, particularly Hepatitis B. Recommended actions include immediate washing of the affected area and proper disposal of used needles in sharps containers.

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The document contains a quiz about needle stick injuries, including definitions, sources, and preventive measures. It highlights the significance of these injuries in healthcare due to the risk of transmitting blood borne pathogens, particularly Hepatitis B. Recommended actions include immediate washing of the affected area and proper disposal of used needles in sharps containers.

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1. What is a needle stick injury?

a. A type of injection b. A cut from a scalpel

c. An injury caused by a needle or sharp object d. A type of allergic reaction

2. Which of the following is a common source of needle stick injuries in healthcare settings?

a. Patient records b. Blood pressure cuffs

c. Used needles and syringes d. Computer keyboards

3. Why are needle stick injuries considered a significant concern in healthcare?

a. They are painless and don't cause harm. b. They can transmit blood borne pathogens.

c. They only affect healthcare providers. d. They are easily preventable.

4. Which blood borne pathogen is of particular concern in needle stick injuries?

a. Influenza b. Hepatitis B

c . Tuberculosis d. Malaria

5. What is the immediate action recommended after a needle stick injury?

a. Ignore it; it's usually harmless. b. Wash the affected area with soap and water.

c. Apply a bandage without cleaning. d. Continue working without interruption.

6. Which part of the healthcare worker's body is most commonly affected by needle stick injuries?

a. Leg b. Arm

c. Hand d. Face

7. What is post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in the context of needle stick injuries?

a. Ignoring the injury and hoping for the best. b. Taking medication after a potential

exposure to prevent infection.

c. Reporting the injury to colleagues. d. Not seeking medical attention.

8. Which precaution can help prevent needle stick injuries?

a. Recapping needles before disposal. b. Disposing of needles in regular waste bins.

c. Using the "one-handed scoop" technique. d. Rushing through medical procedures.

9. What should be done with a used needle after a medical procedure?

a. Recap it for disposal. b. Leave it on the work surface temporarily.

c. Dispose of it in a sharps container. d. Give it to another healthcare worker.

10. How can healthcare workers protect themselves from needle stick injuries?

a. Avoid using safety devices. b. Always recap needles after use. c. Use safety-
engineered devices and follow safe work practices. d. Ignore training on needle safety.

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