Problem:
A nurse reports to the DNS that he stuck himself with a clean needle moments ago. Which of the following actions is most appropriate for the DNS to take? Because the needle was clean, no further action is necessary other than first aid. The state survey agency must receive a written report of the needle stick with 5 days. The nurse should be immediately suspended until the DNS can determine if the nurse is incompetent. It does not matter if the needle is clean. All injuries from sharps must be investigated and recorded in an occupation injury log for sharps.