Question
You are delegated or are a nurse to administer insulin to a resident after giving the resident the correct dose. You observed that the sharps container is full above the safety line do you a stuffed the syringe into the sharps? The last person should’ve obtained a new one be find a different sharps container that isn’t for discharge the saran and go about your day. See immediately find a new sharps container, discard the syringe, close the full sharps, container and place it in the appropriate designated area away from the care area D you are busy The syringe has a safety closure so it is an expose throw it in the trash.
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GPT-4o mini
In this situation, the correct and safest action is option **C**: immediately find a new sharps container, discard the syringe, close the full sharps container, and place it in the appropriate designated area away from the care area.
Here's the rationale for this choice:
1. **Safety Protocols**: Sharps containers are specifically designed to safely hold used needles and other sharp objects. Once the container is full, it poses a risk for accidental needle sticks and must be properly managed.
2. **Avoiding Contamination**: Stuffing the syringe into a full sharps container increases the risk of injury and contamination. It’s important to follow proper disposal procedures to ensure safety for all staff, residents, and visitors.
3. **Following Regulations**: Healthcare facilities have protocols and regulations regarding the disposal of sharps. Failing to follow these protocols could lead to violations and potential hazards.
4. **Addressing the Situation**: Rather than dismissing the issue as someone else's responsibility, it's crucial to act promptly and responsibly in maintaining a safe environment for all residents and staff.
Always prioritize safety and follow institutional policies regarding sharps disposal.
Here's the rationale for this choice:
1. **Safety Protocols**: Sharps containers are specifically designed to safely hold used needles and other sharp objects. Once the container is full, it poses a risk for accidental needle sticks and must be properly managed.
2. **Avoiding Contamination**: Stuffing the syringe into a full sharps container increases the risk of injury and contamination. It’s important to follow proper disposal procedures to ensure safety for all staff, residents, and visitors.
3. **Following Regulations**: Healthcare facilities have protocols and regulations regarding the disposal of sharps. Failing to follow these protocols could lead to violations and potential hazards.
4. **Addressing the Situation**: Rather than dismissing the issue as someone else's responsibility, it's crucial to act promptly and responsibly in maintaining a safe environment for all residents and staff.
Always prioritize safety and follow institutional policies regarding sharps disposal.