Needles and Pins
A Case Study in the Management of Occupational Percutaneous Exposure
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Abstract
This case, designed for medical students, dental students, and dental hygiene students, covers the steps involved in preventing and responding to accidental needle sticks in the clinical setting. The case is particularly helpful for use with student prior to the beginning of clinical rotations so that they understand and review prevention and post-exposure procedures and protocols.
Objectives
- Understand proper post-exposure protocol.
- Know the relative risks of HIV and hepatitis transmission in a dental setting.
- Develop an acceptable method of needle recapping.
- Gain an appreciation for importance of confidentiality of medical records.
Keywords
Needlestick; needle stick; acquired immunodeficiency syndrome; AIDS; human immunodeficiency virus; HIV; hepatitisTopical Areas
EthicsEducational Level
Graduate, Professional (degree program), Clinical educationFormat
PDFType / Methods
InterruptedLanguage
EnglishSubject Headings
Dental Medicine | Medicine (General) | Nursing |
Date Posted
9/30/99Teaching Notes
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