AOCOPM 2022 Midyear Educational Conference-217747

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The presentation was aimed at expanding membership among METS students and residents by hosting a research presentation and poster competition. However, due to only one submission, Dr. Safiyyah Muhaddin presented her research on Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) exposure, focusing on sharp and needle stick injuries at an academic medical center. The presentation outlined the project's goals to identify the incidence of injuries, reduce exposure events, and improve protocols for minimizing risk. Dr. Muhaddin emphasized prevention strategies like double gloving and safe disposal practices. The future phases include implementing protocols and equipment for injury prevention. A question-and-answer session discussed why alcohol should be avoided on injuries due to potential tissue damage, and the challenges in changing OR practices. Dr. Muhaddin is also planning research involving training modules to evaluate and improve needle stick injury protocols at the facility.

Keywords

Bloodborne Pathogen exposure

needle stick injuries

injury prevention

safety protocols

METS students