The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) uses the Neurobehavioral Symptom Inventory (NSI) to measure postconcussive symptoms in its comprehensive traumatic brain injury (TBI) evaluation. This study examined the NSI's item properties, internal consistency, and external validity. Data were obtained from a federally funded study of the experiences of combat veterans. Participants included 500 Opera...

BACKGROUND This study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors related to needle stick injuries (NSIs) and to assess related safety measures among a sample of Iranian nurses. METHODS In this cross-sectional study, a random sample of 168 registered active nurses was selected from different wards of one of the hospitals of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS). Data were collected b...

BACKGROUND One of the serious occupational concerns in health care workers (HCWs) is exposure to blood/body fluids that can transmit blood borne pathogens such as human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis B and C viruses. We are reporting the effects of training course and surveillance on the rate of needle stick injuries (NSIs) among HCWs at an educational hospital in Iran. AIMS To evaluate...

over 170 million patients worldwide are chronically infected with hepatitis c virus ( hcv ); making it a globally important infection. dentists constantly handle sharp instruments infected with biological fluids and are therefore considered at high-risk of contracting hcv infection. needle-stick injuries seem to be the most common route of exposure to blood-borne pathogens in dental practice. m...

BACKGROUND Healthcare workers face the risk of acquiring blood-borne infections from patients through needle stick injuries. Understanding the factors that are associated with increased risk, for example, the role of the dominant hand, is important so that preventive measures can be focused. METHODS The EPINet (Exposure Prevention, Information Network--a trade mark of Virginia University) que...

background: needle injuries are one of the most important hazards threatening the health of medical personnel, which can transmit more than 20 infectious pathogens. this study was conducted in order to evaluate the knowledge and practice of the medical staff at ali-ebne-abitaleb hospital of rafsanjan, iran, in regard to the hazards of needle injuries. methods: this cross sectional study was con...

Accidents are inadvertent untoward events that lead to injuries or diseases. In the healthcare setting, both patients and workers at risk of being victims. By virtue children’s evolving developmental maturity, caring for them puts all parties more risk. Having a comprehensive framework prevent accidents in paediatric practice is therefore crucial. This paper aims utilize primordial, primary, se...

BACKGROUND Needle-Stick Injuries (NSIs) are among the hazards and problems that can expose health workers to infections. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to determine the rate of NSIs in a teaching hospital in Tehran, Iran. MATERIALS AND METHODS This cross-sectional, analytical and descriptive study was conducted at one of the teaching hospitals in Tehran, Iran, in 2013. The study population was...

There are over 7.5 billion needles and syringes used outside of the health care system each year by individuals with diabetes, migraines, allergies, infertility, arthritis, HIV, hepatitis, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, psoriasis, or other conditions. Disposal of needles, syringes, lancets, and other medical products are not regulated in the home, while these same products used in health car...