37. A community health nurse is educating a group about safe disposal of needles and syringes at home. What is the medicinal recommendation?
A.
Dispose in the trash can directly
B.
Dispose of used needles/syringes in a puncture-resistant container (e.g., heavy-duty plastic laundry detergent bottle) and follow local guidelines for disposal
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C.
Flush down the toilet
D.
Place in a paper bag
📖 Additional Information
Dispose in the trash can directly
Dispose of used needles/syringes in a puncture-resistant container (e.g., heavy-duty plastic laundry detergent bottle) and follow local guidelines for disposal
