Remove the needle from your vein. With sterile gauze, apply pressure to infusion site for several minutes (Figure N). Do not recap the needle.

Hand pressing sterile gauze.

Dispose of all used infusion supplies in your hard-walled sharps container (Figure O). Do not dispose of these supplies in ordinary household trash.

Hazardous materials bin.

IMPORTANT: If you experience any problems, contact your healthcare provider or local hematology treatment center immediately.