The nurse is assessing the patient's ability to properly dispose of insulin needles after use. Which finding would cause the nurse to provide additional teaching?

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Needle disposal in a trash bag is unsafe and inappropriate because it poses a risk of needle-stick injuries to others. Proper disposal methods include using a sharps container or a sturdy plastic container like an empty bleach bottle, not a regular trash bag.

The Nurse Is Assessing the Patient's Ability to Properly Dispose