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Phlebotomy Exam Prep 64, Sharps Disposal and Safety Devices
Published 3 weeks, 2 days ago
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This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
In this episode you will learn:
- Always dispose of sharps in a designated, puncture-resistant container at the immediate point of use.
- The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act mandates the use of engineered safety devices on all needles.
- Never recap a contaminated needle; instead, activate its safety feature immediately after the draw is complete.
- Sharps containers must be sealed and replaced when they are no more than three-quarters full to prevent overfilling and injury.
- Remember the "SAD" mnemonic for post-venipuncture safety: engage the Safety device, Activate it immediately, and Discard the entire unit properly.
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