Question

When disposing of a syringe and needle, ____ remove the needle first and _____ destroy by cutting the syringe. a) always; then

b) always; never
c) never; always
d) never; then

Answer 1

The correct way to dispose of a syringe and needle is to never remove the needle first and to always place the entire syringe with the needle attached into an FDA-cleared sharps disposal container.

Step-by-step explanation:

When disposing of a syringe and needle, the correct protocol is to never remove the needle first, and never destroy by cutting the syringe. The correct answer to the question is option c) never; always. This practice is to prevent needle-stick injuries and potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Instead, the entire syringe with the needle attached should be placed in an FDA-cleared sharps disposal container immediately after use. These containers are generally available in health care facilities and can be purchased by individuals who use syringes at home.