Question

what is the correct first aid for a needlestick injury?
stop the bleeding by applying pressure with a cotton ball and then bandage the wound.
apply a compression bandage to stop the flow of blood.
scrub with antibacterial soap under running water for several minutes, then bandage.
none of the above

Explanation:

For a needlestick injury, the correct first - aid steps are to gently encourage bleeding (do not apply pressure immediately as it may trap contaminants), then wash the area with soap and water (not just antibacterial soap in some cases, and the process is more about thorough cleaning rather than just scrubbing for several minutes as described in the option). Also, compression bandages are not the immediate first step.

Answer:

None of the above