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"Needlestick"
Keywords:
hypodermic
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puncture
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accidental
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syringes
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healthcare
Refers to an accidental puncture of the skin while handling hypodermic needles or syringes. This is most common among health care providers such as physicians, nurses, and emergency response personnel.
hepb.org
An accidental puncture of the skin while handling hypodermic needles, usually in the healthcare setting.
heptrec.org
Keywords:
percutaneous
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injury
a percutaneous injury (i
nku.edu
Keywords:
stab
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wounds
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penetrating
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caused
Penetrating stab wounds caused by needles.
cdc.gov
Keywords:
exposure
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type
a type of exposure
uchsc.edu