Needlestick Injury
A needlestick injury can be defined as a penetrating stab wound from a needle or sharp that may result in exposure to blood or other body fluids
Registration and Access
This course is provided by learnPro. Further information about registration and access can be found at our learnPro information page.
This resource is provided for all Scottish NHS and non-NHS health and social care staff. It is also available for students in Scottish Higher or Further Education Institutions.
Target Group
The target group for this online training includes a wide range of clinical practitioners and healthcare workers involved in the use or disposal of sharps:
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this scenario; you should:
- be aware of the scale of needlestick injury in the clinical area;
- recognise and implement safe practice for use and disposal of sharps;
- identify poor practice for use and disposal of sharps;
- understand the risk of blood-borne viruses;
- take appropriate actions required in the event of a needlestick injury;
- understand the wider implications of needlestick injury from a public health perspective.
Course Information
The anticipated online learning time is around 5 hrs (this
includes the completion of the activities).
