In 1978, a technician at University of Wisconsin Hospital contracted hepatitis B from a needlestick injury. The incident sparked groundbreaking research that identified recapping attempts as a major hazard—but it took the specter of HIV/AIDS to push the medical community into full-scale development of new syringe technologies. This program presents the results of that protracted innovation period: needles which virtually eliminate the chance for self-injury and the OSHA-mandated procedures that should accompany their use. The video spotlights automatically retractable needes, self-blunting tips, hinged shields, protective encasements, and other tools. Vaccination, infectious disease training, proper waste disposal, and other important topics are also featured. Reviewed for accuracy in 2008. Designated for 1 contact hour of continuing nursing education.

Films Media Group

Needlestick injuries -- Prevention, Occupational diseases -- Prevention, Medical personnel -- Health and hygiene, Equipment safety, Needlestick Injuries -- prevention & control, Occupational Diseases -- prevention & control

Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm) (Distributor), Medcom Trainex, Inc. (Producer)

00:21:27 (HH:MM:SS)

English

Higher education

Name	Films Media Group (Firm)
Role	Distributor
Telephone	800-322-8755
Address	132 West 31st Street 17th Floor New York, NY 10001
Email	[email protected]

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