While needlestick and scalpel injuries often take centre stage, a silent threat persists: ampoule injuries. Shockingly common, yet frequently overlooked, these incidents can lead to significant disruptions and potential harm. Beyond the immediate risk to healthcare professionals, these ampoule cuts lead to lost time, potential litigation, and decreased productivity. Here are a few …
Talking About Sharps Injuries
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where a sharps injury occurred , and did you follow up by reporting it? Unfortunately, many sharps injuries go unreported, which only heightens the risk of further injury or exposure of those affected. 🥼 Kristine Little, operating room nurse and consultant for Qlicksmart, features on S. 13 …
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Qlicksmart in 2024
2024 has been a year been filled with new additions and successes. The year began with our team growing by three additional employees – Dr Shreya Singh, Dugald Cameron and Ruby Wolfe. In the last five years, we have doubled our staff alone. We are currently pursuing the employment of two additional team members. With …
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Ampoule Cuts: A Silent Threat to Healthcare Workers
Opening glass ampoules can be unnerving and can sometimes lead to cuts. Often dismissed as minor workplace hazards, ampoule cuts can pose significant risks to healthcare professionals. While superficial cuts may seem inconsequential, deeper lacerations can occur, sometimes necessitating surgical intervention. In a case from the UK, a healthcare worker required surgery to repair their …
Maintain Safe Practices in the Operating Room with Qlicksmart’s Scalpel Blade Removers
Sharp injuries have always been a concern in the healthcare industry. These injuries can cause deep wounds and increase the risk of infection, particularly if the sharp object was contaminated with bloodborne pathogens such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or HIV. Emotionally, sharp injuries can cause significant distress and anxiety, leading to long-term psychological effects …
Surgeons Are Saying “No” to Safety Scalpels
Although it has previously been thought that safety scalpels would improve sharps safety, evidence suggests this may not be the case. The term “safety scalpel” is a misnomer- there is no supportive proof that safety scalpels are actually safe. Active devices such as safety scalpels may provide a false sense of security to the end-user, which …