#1
Which of the following is a recommended practice for safe disposal of medical sharps?
Throw them directly into the regular trash bin
Place them in a puncture-resistant container labeled as 'biohazard'
Dispose of them in a plastic bag
Flush them down the toilet
#2
Why is it important to handle medical sharps safely?
To prevent injury and transmission of infections
To save money on medical supplies
To reduce environmental pollution
To improve patient satisfaction
#3
Which of the following is NOT a safe practice when handling medical sharps?
Recapping needles after use
Using puncture-resistant gloves when handling sharps
Avoiding overfilling sharps containers
Disposing of sharps in household recycling bins
#4
What does the term 'sharps' refer to in the context of medical waste?
Any sharp object used in medical procedures
Needles and syringes only
Scalpels and lancets only
Broken glassware
#5
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an appropriate sharps container?
Opaque or colored container
Sealable lid
Puncture-resistant
Disposable plastic bag
#6
Which type of container is suitable for disposing of medical sharps?
Glass container
Plastic bag
Metal bin
Puncture-resistant sharps container
#7
What should you do if you find a needle or other sharp object in a public area?
Ignore it and continue walking
Pick it up using bare hands and throw it in the trash
Inform the appropriate authorities and don't touch it
Kick it away to a less crowded area
#8
What should you do if you accidentally get pricked by a used needle?
Apply pressure to the wound and ignore it
Wash the area with soap and water, and seek medical attention
Ignore it if you don't see any blood
Continue with your work without taking any precautions
#9
Which organization provides guidelines for the safe handling and disposal of medical sharps?
World Health Organization (WHO)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
European Union (EU)
#10
What is the purpose of a safety feature such as a retractable needle?
To prevent accidental needle sticks
To make injections easier
To reduce the cost of medical equipment
To improve patient comfort
#11
What are the potential risks associated with improper disposal of medical sharps?
Spread of infectious diseases
Environmental contamination
Injury to sanitation workers
All of the above
#12
What is the recommended method for transporting sharps containers to disposal facilities?
Placing them loosely in a regular garbage bag
Sealing them tightly in a plastic bag
Transporting them in a leak-proof and labeled secondary container
Throwing them directly into the back of a pickup truck
#13
In which setting is the use of safety-engineered sharps devices particularly important?
Home healthcare
Laboratory research
Veterinary clinics
None of the above
#14
Which of the following actions is recommended immediately after a sharps injury occurs?
Cleaning the wound with alcohol
Squeezing the wound to encourage bleeding
Reporting the incident to the supervisor and seeking medical evaluation
Continuing work without interruption
#15
Which organization provides guidelines for the safe handling of chemotherapy sharps?
American Red Cross
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)