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Standard Precautions for Infection Control in Newborns
- Needlestick Injuries
- Wash the site with soap and water (do not squeeze the wound).
- Report to infection control for virus screening (immediate and after 6 months).
- Document the incident and send an OVR (Occurrence Variance Report) to the quality department.
- Needlestick Prevention:
- Never recap, detach, or bend needles.
- If recapping is necessary, follow the one-handed scoop technique.
- In case of blood or bodily fluid exposure to the eyes, rinse immediately at the nearest eye wash station.
