Background: Though of worldwide occurrence, accidental exposure to body fluids affects
developing countries most, especially sub-Saharan Africa. Exposure to body fluids in …

Background: A needle stick injury is a serious occupational health hazard in health care
settings. Health care workers are at risk of bloodborne diseases and the psychological …

Background: Sharp injury is a penetrating cut wound from a needle or other sharp object
which may additionally bring in contacting with blood or other body fluids of patients who …

Background: This paper aimed to assess the rate of NSIs among the Iraq nursing staff at
Kindy teaching hospital Methods: A descriptive study was conducted to collect information …

Sharp injuries are incidents or accidents that occur as a result of a needle, blades such as
scalpels, or othermedical instruments that penetrate the skin. They are the most common …

Introduction: In healthcare-related situations, needle sticks represent a substantial work-
related health risk. Healthcare professionals face the danger of contracting blood-borne …