Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 348 of 2368
A nurse sticks themself with a needle after giving an injection. What should the nurse do?
- Continue the shift because the needle was only used once
- Report the injury only if bleeding is heavy
- Wait to see if symptoms develop before reporting
- Report the injury according to agency policy for follow-up
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Correct answer: Report the injury according to agency policy for follow-up
Needlestick injuries can transmit blood-borne pathogens, so they must always be reported for appropriate follow-up.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Administration of Parenteral Medications: Recommendations for Preventing Needlestick Injuries. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026