A 36-year-old patient is having hallucinations. While providing care, the EMT receives a needlestick from a syringe hidden by the patient. What action should the EMT take first after transferring care at the hospital?

A. Notify hospital staff.
B. Request law enforcement.
C. Clean the wound with warm, soapy water.
D. Contact the designated infection control officer.

Question

A 36-year-old patient is having hallucinations. While providing care, the EMT receives a needlestick from a syringe hidden by the patient. What action should the EMT take first after transferring care at the hospital? 
 
A. Notify hospital staff. 
B. Request law enforcement. 
C. Clean the wound with warm, soapy water. 
D. Contact the designated infection control officer.

GinnyAnswer · Answer

The EMT's first action after a needlestick injury should be to clean the wound with warm, soapy water. This is crucial to reduce the risk of infection. Subsequent steps will include notifying hospital staff and contacting the infection control officer. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

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