Which action is least appropriate when recapping a needle?

Which action is least appropriate when recapping a needle?

• A. Recapping using the scoop technique
• B. Recapping with the two-handed method
• C. Recapping with the cap in place
• D. Not recapping the needle

Answer: (B)

Minimize exposure to the needle tip to prevent injuries. The two-handed method is least appropriate because it requires both hands around the needle, bringing fingers closer to the sharp point and increasing the chance of a needle-stick or contamination if the needle slips or the cap misaligns. A safer approach uses a one-handed technique, like the scoop method, which keeps the non-dominant hand away from the needle and maintains better control. If recapping is necessary, doing it with one hand is the standard safer practice, whereas two-handed recapping undermines that safety. Not recapping eliminates the risk of a recapping error, but when recapping is required, the one-handed approach is the safer choice.

Minimize exposure to the needle tip to prevent injuries. The two-handed method is least appropriate because it requires both hands around the needle, bringing fingers closer to the sharp point and increasing the chance of a needle-stick or contamination if the needle slips or the cap misaligns. A safer approach uses a one-handed technique, like the scoop method, which keeps the non-dominant hand away from the needle and maintains better control. If recapping is necessary, doing it with one hand is the standard safer practice, whereas two-handed recapping undermines that safety. Not recapping eliminates the risk of a recapping error, but when recapping is required, the one-handed approach is the safer choice.