Needlestick injuries are dangerous for patients and health care professionals. They can also be costly for your hospitals, clinics, care facilities, and home health workers and caregivers.
Needlestick injuries make up more than 80% of all percutaneous exposure incidents in the United States.[1][3] It is estimated that there are 3.5 million needlestick injuries each year. These estimates are considered low, it is estimated that half of all occupational needlestick injuries are not reported.[14][15]
These injuries can occur at any time when people use, disassemble, or dispose of needles. Many needle stick injuries occur when trying to replace the safety cap on the needle following the injection.
SureReCap™ is a simple safe solution to help reduce the risk of needle stick injuries. SureReCap™ simplifies the ”no-touch” protocols by securely holding the outer cap in place as you recap the needle. SureReCap™ eliminates direct contact with needles after use and disposal which can greatly reduce the risk of needlestick injuries.
Our SureReCap™ patented design comes in two sizes.
SureReCap-P is designed for use with pen needles – It securely holds the large outer cap which allows the needle to be recapped, removed, and disposed of, without ever touching the needle.
SureReCap-S is designed for use with syringe needles – It securely holds the syringe cap to allow the needle to be recapped and disposed of, without ever touching the needle.
The American Hospital Association found that one case of infection by blood-borne pathogens could cost $1 million for testing, follow-up, and disability payments. It is estimated hospitals could save $1 billion annually by preventing needlestick injuries among healthcare workers in the US, including fees associated with testing, laboratory work, counseling, and follow-up costs.
Anderson JM (2008). “Needle stick injuries: prevention and education key. (Clinical report)”.
Find out today how SureReCap™ can help protect your workers and save your hospital money.
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