Sharps Injuries Increase the Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens

Multiple Choice

Sharps injuries increase the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the OR.Control methods should be based on a hierarchy of impact and include elimination of the risk,using safety-engineered devices,work practice controls,and proper personal protective equipment (PPE) .The most effective strategy would be:

A) developing policies and procedures.
B) the use of blunt tip suture needles.
C) eliminating the hazard.
D) creating a convenient location for PPE.