In the high-pressure world of healthcare, needles and scalpels are often the first to come to mind when considering workplace hazards. Yet, a hidden danger lurks in the shadows, silently inflicting countless injuries: the humble ampoule. These fragile glass containers, holding life-saving medications, pose a significant risk of injury to healthcare workers. Ampoule injuries, primarily …
Pharmacists and the Risks of Ampoule Cuts
Pharmacists open ampoules in a regular basis as part of their routine work. These medications are prepared by pharmacists for various usage. Due to the nature of glass ampoules, the user is exposed to a number of risks when opening them. For this reason, it is important for pharmacists to use an ampoule opener when …
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Game Changer for Nurses and Midwives Te Whatu Ora
Te Whatu Ora, the public health agency of the New Zealand government, has given their nurses and midwives SnapIT Ampoule Openers to reduce their risk of ampoule cuts. The agency is responsible for running the health system across new Zealand – servicing local, district, regional, and national levels. Nurses and Midwives Nurses and Midwives make …
Guide On How To Safely Open Ampoules
Ampoules are small glass containers used to store liquid medications and other substances that are sensitive to light and air. Due to their small size and the sharp glass edges, opening ampoules can be dangerous and requires proper training and technique to minimize the risk of injury. It is highly recommended to use an ampoule …
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How Dentists Stop Glass Ampoules Injuries
Dentists often use local anaesthetics and pharmaceuticals that come in glass ampoules for procedures and operations. It has been found that more than 50% of ampoule users have experienced a cut when opening these containers. Other trained medical professionals who open ampoules daily can be injured while opening ampoules. 1 in 3 nurses, and most sharps injuries …
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Getting Ampoule Cuts from Dermatology Beauty Serums
Ampoules are small containers made from glass, usually carrying around 2 millilitres of beauty serum or medication. In the beauty industry, they have gained much popularity in recent years due to the rise in K-Beauty trends. Dermatologists and aestheticians recommend ampoules for targeting specific skin concerns such as hyper pigmentation and eczema, particularly for facial …