UCSF Center for Healthcare Value - Caring Wisely 2.0

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Waste disposal

Different waste (biohazard and regular trash) in hospital dispose differently and the cost also differ.

I will see empty 4x4 packages, gauze, iv tubings dispose in sharp box. What if you discontinue pt iv, does that y set tubing together with plastic part angiocsth go to sharp box or biohazard container or trash?  What about an empty used urinary bag?  Knowing exactly where to dispose trash can reduce cost.  Education? Posters?

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