After giving an injection, which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Needle-stick injury is an occupational hazard. Current guidelines for handling sharps include not recapping, bending, breaking, or hand-manipulating used needles. If recapping is required, use a one-handed scoop technique only. Use safety features when available. Place used sharps in a puncture-resistant container. The correct action would be to engage the safety feature on the syringe to cover the needle.

After Giving an Injection, Which Action by the Nurse Is