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Nursing
Anwar M. Makeen, Abdullah A. Alharbi, Mohammed S. Mahfouz, Ahmad Y. Alqassim, Ahmed A. Ismail, Haider M. Arishi, Maged A. El-Setouhi, Ronnie D. Horner, Mohammed A. Muaddi
Summary: The study in Jazan region of Saudi Arabia aimed to assess needlestick and sharps injuries incidence among healthcare workers, and found that HCWs in tertiary hospitals were 61% less likely to have these injuries compared to those in secondary hospitals, indicating the importance of continuous training in reducing such incidents.
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Stephen D. D. Kasteler, Michelle Reid, Peter C. C. Lee, Emily Sparer-Fine, Angela K. K. Laramie
Summary: This study compared the proportion and rate of sharps injuries among medical trainees with those among attending physicians. Results showed that sharps injuries occurred most in operating and procedure rooms and most often involved suture needles. Sharps injuries were highest in the first quarter of the academic year among trainees, while there was a slight increase among attendings. Further research is needed to understand the causes of these injury patterns and implement measures to prevent sharps injuries.
Article
Orthopedics
Adam M. Gordon, Parke W. Hudson, James R. Bowman, Shawna L. Watson, Lee R. Leddy, Joseph G. Khoury, Joshua C. Patt, Creighton C. Tubb, S. Elizabeth Ames, Gerald McGwin, Brent A. Ponce, Afshin E. Razi
Summary: Sharps injuries are prevalent and concerning among orthopaedic surgical trainees. Only 42% of residents consistently reported their injuries. Inadequate training specific to orthopaedic surgery and greater training seniority are associated with increased sharps injuries.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
J. L. Smith, R. Banerjee, D. R. Linkin, E. P. Schwab, P. Saberi, M. Lanzi
Summary: By implementing a "stat" workflow to prioritize source patient testing after needlestick injuries, significant reductions were seen in HIV order-result intervals and the frequency of healthcare workers receiving post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).
OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE-OXFORD
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wagida A. Anwar, Maha El Gaafary, Samia A. Girgis, Mona Rafik, Wafaa M. Hussein, Dalia Sos, Isis M. Mossad, Arnaud Fontanet, Laura Temime
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence of HCV and related risk factors among patients and healthcare workers in ASU hospitals in Cairo, Egypt. Results showed a high prevalence of anti-HCV antibodies among patients, while only age and profession were significantly associated with anti-HCV antibodies among healthcare workers. The findings may aid in controlling further spread of HCV within healthcare settings by identifying at-risk patient profiles upon admission.
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Yoko Iwamatsu-Kobayashi, Jun Watanabe, Taro Kusama, Hideaki Endo, Shinobu Ikeda, Koichi Tokuda, Kaoru Igarashi, Hiroshi Egusa
Summary: This study analysed the risk factors for needlestick and sharps injuries (NSIs) in dental healthcare workers (DHCWs) at Tohoku University Hospital (TUH) in Japan over a 19-year period. The study found that NSIs occurred mainly in DHCWs with less than 5 years of experience, and injection needles were the most common cause of NSIs. Needle injuries mainly occurred on the left hand, while injuries from ultrasonic scaler chips and burs occurred on the right hand and other body parts when DHCWs were placing the instruments back without removing the sharps. No cases of occupational blood-borne infections caused by NSIs were observed during the study period. The study concludes that monitoring NSIs and developing strategies to minimize them is necessary.
INTERNATIONAL DENTAL JOURNAL
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Ibtisam Karkaz, Iffat Elbarazi, Linda Ostlundh, Marilia Silva Paulo, Mohamud Sheek-Hussein, Rami H. Al-Rifai, Balazs Adam
Summary: This study aims to review published literature on sharps injuries and splash exposures of healthcare workers in Arab countries to determine their incidence/prevalence, identified risk factors, and preventive measures. The research will be conducted using systematic review and meta-analysis methods.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rahma Yusuf Haji Mohamud, Nur Adam Mohamed, Ahmet Dogan, Fartun Mohamed Hilowle, Suad Abdikarim Isse, Mohamed Yaqub Hassan, Ifrah Adan Hilowle
Summary: This study investigated the proportion of needlesticks and sharps injuries among healthcare workers in a tertiary care hospital in Somalia and evaluated associated risk factors. The results showed that nurses reported the highest number of needlestick and sharps injury cases, operation theaters were the most frequent place of injury, and a hypodermic needle was the most commonly reported instrument causing the injuries. The study concluded that healthcare professionals around the world continue to face major health risks from needlestick and sharps injuries.
RISK MANAGEMENT AND HEALTHCARE POLICY
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
J. Huang, N. Li, H. Xu, Y. Liu, N. An, Z. Cai
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence, epidemiological profile, and risk factors for needlestick injuries (NSIs) among dental students. The study found that dental students had a high prevalence of NSI, but a low reporting rate. Local anesthesia, tooth cleaning, and scaling activities were associated with the highest risk for NSI. Dental students had inadequate knowledge regarding post-exposure management.
JOURNAL OF HOSPITAL INFECTION
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Akihiro Tsuchiya, Koji Wada, Keita Morikane, Toru Yoshikawa, Yumiko Hosomi, Bibha Dhungel, Hiroyuki Kunishima
Summary: This study aimed to identify high-risk instruments, the most common injury sites for each instrument, and the circumstances of needlestick and sharps injuries (NSIs) of the hand in orthopedic surgeries in Japan. Data from orthopedic surgeries reported to the Japan-EPINet between 2000 and 2015 were analyzed. Suture needles were the most frequently responsible instrument for NSIs, followed by pins/wires. Orthopedic surgeons must be aware of the risk of NSIs and take appropriate measures, regardless of their experience.
Article
Nursing
Christopher Stallard, Karen Heaton, Aoyjai P. Montgomery, Roseann Trimble, Stephanie Hammond
Summary: Technique and patient behavior were identified as primary root causes of sharps injuries, specifically during blood draw and injections at a large urban hospital system. These findings will guide nurses, especially new nurses, in the proper use of safety devices and behaviors to prevent injury.
WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Ozgur Bilek, Sibel Kiran, Sergul Duygulu, Ali N. Yildiz
Summary: This study examined the relationship between occupational health and safety awareness and empowerment levels of nursing students and the occurrence and reporting of needlesticks and other sharps injuries. The results showed that students who received OHS and NSIs prevention training and those who received OHS training for longer durations had higher levels of awareness and empowerment.
WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
M. A. N. M. E. E. T. KAUR, S. O. N. J. A. MOHR, G. A. B. R. I. E. L. E. ANDERSEN, O. L. A. F. KUHNIGK
Summary: This study analyzed needlestick and sharps injuries (NSSI) and exposure to body fluids in a German hospital and found that despite efforts to reduce their number, such injuries still occur. The majority of injuries occurred in the operating theater and were attributed to stress and carelessness. The use of personal protective equipment, proper disposal of items, and timely replacement of sharps containers were identified as important preventive measures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Sawsan Mubarak, Hadeel Al Ghawrie, Khawlah Ammar, Razan Abuwardeh
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence of needlestick and sharps injuries among healthcare workers at King Hussein Cancer Centre in Amman, Jordan. Nurses, housekeeping staff, and physicians were the most affected occupations, and blood collection and waste collection were the primary procedures resulting in injuries. The study found significant associations between injury risk and factors such as location, procedure, shift, and overall experience.
JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
S. Cheetham, H. T. T. Ngo, J. Liira, H. Liira
Summary: Education and training interventions may lead to small decreases in the incidence of sharps injuries in healthcare workers in the short term, but the evidence quality is low. Educational interventions may improve healthcare workers' knowledge and behaviors related to sharps injuries in the short term, but the effect is uncertain. Future studies should focus on developing valid measures for monitoring sharps injuries and implementing educational interventions in high-risk settings.
COCHRANE DATABASE OF SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
(2021)
