Fingertip Amputation

Fingertip Amputation

A neonate’s fingertip was amputated with scissors while removing tape around malfunctioning peripheral arterial line.
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Resultant harm to the patient

A neonate’s fingertip was amputated with scissors while removing tape around malfunctioning peripheral arterial line.

Actions to mitigate risk at your hospital

Review the 2004 Pennsylvania Patient Safety Advisory ("Snip-It Safety"), which addresses pediatric scissor injuries and provides risk-reduction strategies.

Target audiences

Nursing, medical and clinical leaders, quality improvement , patient safety, legal, risk management, clinical educators, cause analysis staff, organizational leaders.

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