In a nursing context, waste can be categorized into several types:
1. Infectious Waste: Includes items contaminated with blood or other bodily fluids. 2. Sharps Waste: Consists of needles, scalpels, and other sharp objects. 3. Pharmaceutical Waste: Unused or expired medications. 4. Chemical Waste: Includes disinfectants, solvents, and other chemicals used in medical procedures. 5. General Waste: Non-hazardous waste such as paper, food, and packaging.
