Definition
Wounds that are caused by needles that accidentally puncture the skin and put the individual at risk for injection of hazardous drugs or infectious diseases, especially blood-borne viruses, including AIDS, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Needlestick injuries are a hazard for people such as nurses, laboratory technicians, physicians and veterinary staff who work with hypodermic syringes and other needle equipment.
URL Name
YF-3000-5420
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.5420
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-5420
Use References
Sharps Injuries
Publication Status
Online