Scalpel Information and Courses from MediaLab, Inc.
These are the MediaLab courses that cover Scalpel and links to relevant pages within the course.
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| Sharps A sharp is any object which can penetrate the skin, including: needles scalpels broken glassPlace all needles and other sharps in puncture resistant sharps disposal containers as soon as possible after use.Properly use the safety devices provided with needles. | View Page |
| Sharps A sharp is any object which can penetrate the skin.Examples include: Needles Scalpels Broken glass About 800,000 needlestick and sharps injuries occur in the U.S. healthcare workplace each year! It is important to handle and dispose of sharps properly. | View Page |
| Sharps DOs and DON'Ts DOPlace all needles and other sharps in puncture resistant sharps disposal containers as soon as possible after use. Use extreme caution or a safety device when removing a scalpel blade from its handle.DO NOTRecap, bend, shear, or break needles. Remove needles from needle holders or disposable syringes. | View Page |