Dr. Michael Sinnott, an emergency physician and the co-founder of Qlicksmart, recently discussed the critical issue of sharps safety in healthcare. In a compelling podcast with Odelle Technology, Dr. Sinnott shared the journey of Qlicksmart, a company born from a pressing need identified by two Australian doctors: a safer method for removing used scalpel blades. …
Updated Sharps Safety Guidelines
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) have recently updated the guidelines for sharps safety. Due to the high-risk environment for exposure to bloodborne pathogens in perioperative settings, sharps safety is considered a high priority. This includes consideration for standard precautions, health care worker immunization protocols, postexposure treatment, and management of health care workers infected with …
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Are Ampoule Injuries Impacting the Safety in Your HealthCare Facility?
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 …