Disposal of Biohazardous Waste

Medium Safety And Infection Control Handling Hazardous Materials

A nursing student is preparing to dispose of a hazardous material in the clinical setting. The material is classified as a biohazardous waste. The nursing instructor reviews the proper disposal techniques with the student. Which of the following actions should the student take regarding the disposal of biohazardous waste?

Place the waste in regular trash bins.

Seal the waste in a red biohazard bag and place it in the designated biohazard waste container.

Flush the waste down the toilet.

Throw the waste in the sharps container without sealing it.

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