Reducing the risk of needlesticks: methods used to reload syringes
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Reloading syringes of needles already in tissue with additional anesthesia may be an accepted dental practice that decreases the risk of needlesticks. Eighty-seven dentists in upstate New York responded to a survey asking how they inject second doses of anesthesia in dental patients requiring anesthesia. Only three percent of dentists removed the needle to replace the empty anesthesia cartridge. The rest left the needle in place. The rate of needlesticks in the past year was low, and most dentists said they administered over 50 injections a week. Some needle and cartridge damage was noted.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1997
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How statistics can be used to promote better health care
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Epidemiological surveys reveal patterns of disease occurrence and distribution, and they may suggest disease risk factors. This data indicates areas for health promotion and health resource allocation. Epidemiologists look at the incidence and prevalence of a disease. They use different forms of study including cohort studies, retrospective cohort studies and case control studies. Each type of study has its own strong and weak points and the epidemiologist will choose the type of study best-suited to the situation.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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Diving fatality statistics
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Inexperienced and panic stricken divers were found to be most at risk of suffering an accident or even death will diving off the coast of the UK. Statistics reveal a very small drop in the number of diving accidents between 1997 and 1998, leaving officers to believe the sport should not become complacent about safety standards. Divers rising to the surface too quickly appears to be the most common reason for accidents.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 2000
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