Oasis sharp counter.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To invent a new sharp counter device call “OASIS Sharp Counter” and evaluate the performance of the OASIS sharp counter for medical operations. Methods: We invented a new sharp counter device called “OASIS sharp counter” made from inexpensive and unused materials. The device was evaluated with a satisfactory questionnaire. Results: From the satisfactory questionnaire of 30 nurses who used this new device to count the sharps without any equipment, the statistics analysis indicate that the safety of using and the time saving in the counting process is ranked in the “Very Good” level. Conclusion: OASIS Sharp Counter is convenient, safe, and inexpensive.