Characteristics of Sharp Injuries in Anaesthesia Providers in New York State: A Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: Sharp instrument injury, defined as cuts, punches, scratches, nicks, or other injuries that break the skin and thus permit the entry of bacteria and viruses into the body, is the most common hazard faced by health care workers. Anaesthesiologists work in a rapid-paced environment,...

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Main Authors: Shamantha Reddy, Vilma Joseph, Zhen Liu, Tracey Straker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2018-12-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/12383/35259_F(SL)_PF1(AB_SL)_PFA(OM)_PN(SL).pdf