Nurses encounter various safety hazards, including but not limited to: - Ergonomic Injuries: Often resulting from lifting and transferring patients. - Needlestick Injuries: Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. - Violence: Verbal and physical abuse from patients or their families. - Infectious Diseases: Exposure to illnesses such as influenza, tuberculosis, and more. - Chemical Exposures: Contact with medications or cleaning agents that can cause harm.
