The management of puncture wounds needs to be taken care of immediately

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

ANS: T
The puncturing sharp or instrument needs to be removed from the sterile field. If the skin is punctured or cut, both gloves need to be removed. If both gloves are not removed, contamination of the wound is possible. The wound should be squeezed, washed under running water and irrigated with a disinfectant. Report the incident immediately.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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