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Sharps Injury Incidence and Reporting by Healthcare Worker Training Level
| Incidence | Number of Sharps Injuries in Last 1 Year | Reporting | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Students (n=92) | 32% | 0.87 ± 0.69 | 40% |
| PGY1 (n=71) | 46% | 0.67 ± 0.82 | 59% |
| PGY2 (n=46) | 63% | 0.86 ± 1.00 | 57% |
| PGY3 (n=45) | 62% | 0.93 ± 0.81 | 57% |
| PGY4 (n=23) | 65% | 0.87 ± 1.13 | 66% |
| PGY5 (n=6) | 100% | 0.17 ± 0.41 | 66% |
| Attending (n=128) | 81% | 0.72 ± 1.29 | 54% |
| Nurses (n=31) | 45% | 0.07 ± 0.28 | 71% |
Abbreviation: PGY, postgraduate year.
