How should the nurse dispose of a contaminated needle after administering an injection?
A) Place the needle in a specially marked, puncture-proof container.
B) Recap the needle, and carefully place it in the trashcan.
C) Recap the needle, and place it in a puncture-proof container.
D) Place the needle in a biohazard bag with other contaminated supplies.
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