Recapping the used needle
Hilton, C.
Australian Family Physician 19(5): 752-753
1990
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-8495 PMID: 2346430 Document Number: 362203
Using sharps containers for needle disposal to minimise the risk of accidental puncture with a needle after giving an injection is recommended. This permits immediate disposal of the needle. Various commercial and makeshift containers are available, examples of which are illustrated. We recommend to avoid recapping of needles, but should it be necessary the following tip by Dr Hilton is appropriate.
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