Needlestick prevention (P1.130)

1. It is ok to recap needles when

A) if you have not had too much coffee and your hand is steady
B) your supervisor tells you to avoid being yelled at
C) all options are correct
D) one-handed scoop method is used

2. Data and documentation related to needlestick incidents and accidents should be assessed as part of the pharmacy's risk management program

A) true
B) false

3. If safe and effective alternatives are available, the use of needles

A) should be eliminated
B) has to change to more effective needles
C) must be reduced
D) should continue to complement the alternatives

4. If the pharmacist is somebody you do not know, do not report needlestick until manager comes

A) true
B) false

5. Sharps containers must be closed and sealed before transporting

A) false
B) true

6. What is the correct way to dispose of used needles?

A) all options are correct
B) put it to the side pointing away from you and others
C) hold using free hand or ask peer for help
D) promptly in appropriate puncture resistant sharps disposal container

7. The scope of needlestick prevention applies to both new and used needles in sterile compounding

A) true
B) false

8. Corrective measures to prevent needlestick include quarterly meetings for awareness

A) true
B) false

9. Who is responsible for needlestick prevention?

A) Dr. Hoover
B) all personnel handling needles
C) the technician
D) the pharmacist

10. While executing the one-handed scoop method,

A) finish pushing cap with other hand or against flat firm surface
B) both are correct
C) place cap on flat surface, scoopit onto the needle while avoiding blocking air flow

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