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Type of activities associated with NSSIs (n=78)
| Type of activity | Frequency | % |
|---|---|---|
| Medication (IM, IV, ID, SC) | 19 | 24.4 |
| Insertion of IV cannula | 19 | 24.3 |
| Lancet prick for RBS | 13 | 16.7 |
| Venipuncture | 09 | 11.5 |
| Post-medication/recapping | 09 | 11.5 |
| Dialysis | 04 | 05.1 |
| Assisting surgery | 04 | 05.1 |
| Disposal of biomedical waste | 04 | 05.1 |
| Sharps left inappropriately | 03 | 03.8 |
| Intubation | 03 | 03.8 |
| Total | 78 | 100 |
RBS=Random Blood Sugar, IM=Intramuscular, IV=Intra venous, ID=Intradermal, SC=Subcutaneous
