The Nurse Gives an Injection in a Patient's Room

Multiple Choice

The nurse gives an injection in a patient's room.How should the nurse dispose of the needle?

A) Remove the needle from the syringe and dispose of it in a proper container.
B) Dispose of the syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in the patient's room.
C) Close the safety cover on the needle and return it to the medication preparation area for proper disposal.
D) Place the syringe and needle in a rigid, puncture-resistant container in an area outside of the patient's room.