Prevalence and associated factors for needlestick and sharp injuries (NSIs) among dental assistants in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Lama AlDakhilNagarajkumar YenugadhatiOhoud Al-SeraihiMustafa Al-Zoughool

Published in: Environmental health and preventive medicine (2019)

Our study reported the prevalent nature of NSIs among dental assistants in Saudi Arabia and identified key factors that could be targeted to mitigate this preventable condition. Dental assistants would benefit from proper training on infection control protocols and procedures.

Keyphrases

saudi arabia
oral health
risk factors
emergency department
drug induced