Which of the following should be placed directly into an autoclave bag and processed as infectious waste? paper towels used to dry hands when leaving an examination room

needles contaminated with blood

a container of hydrogen peroxide

petrie dishes uses to grow cultures from a throat swab

Needles contaminated with blood

Explanation:

Blood is to be considered as an infectious waste because it can contain substances that lead to infections. Blood on needles or other sharp objects is of even more concern because there is a greater risk of infection.

Needles that are contaminated with blood should therefore be treated as infectious and put in an autoclave bag for disinfection and sterilization.

these are common warning signs of overtraining syndrome:

washed-out feeling, tired, drained, lack of energy

mild leg soreness, general aches, and pains

pain in muscles and joints

sudden drop in performance

insomnia

headaches

decreased immunity (increased number of colds, and sore throats)

decrease in training capacity/intensity

moodiness and irritability

depression

loss of enthusiasm for the sport

decreased appetite

increased incidence of injuries.

a compulsive need to exercise