Edwards Carmel, Metcalfe Lesley, Allan Joe, Haynes Andre
Wirral Hospital NHS Trust, Merseyside.
Nurs Times. 2005;101(25):34-6.
This article describes problems in the use and disposal of sharps used in the administration of insulin therapy in a hospital setting. Subsequent investigation and action taken to reduce the risk of needlestick injuries in staff who administer insulin therapy with an insulin pen delivery system are also discussed.