06.21.2017 - By Jon Haws RN: Nursing Podcast Host, Critical Care Nurse, Nursing School Men
Follow procedures for handling biohazardous materials Ensure proper labeling is in place For example, linen used with a patient with chemotherapy Demonstrate safe handling techniques to staff and patient Never recap needles, can result in a needlestick Utilize proper storage devices for used needles Color-specific (typically red or orange), leak-proof, puncture resistant