The Perioperative Sharps Committee has provided the following handout to help educate house officers on what to do if they sustain a needlestick.

If you sustain a needlestick or sharps injury:

• Wash the wound immediately with soap and water
• Flush splashes with water
• Seek prompt treatment
• Report the incident as soon as possible!
• Discuss the risk of infection based on the circumstances of the injury
• Share your story to help others

Report exposures: Page 5356 and notify your supervisor!

SharpsExposure.pdf