AT 505 ch.2 pt1

risk management

identify,asses, and prioritize risks.

communicable disease

disease that can spread from one species to another

infectious disease

A medical condition caused by the growth and spread of harmful organisms within the body.

tuberculosis can be found where

LUNGS, kidney, brain, or spine

Turbeculosis

dormint, active infection

All health care providers are required to get tested for TB

true (skin test or blood test)

routes of disease transmission

1.direct contact

2.indirect contact

3. airborne/vector

4.droplet transmission

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

protective practices developed by cdc for hcp

multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs)

microorganisms, mostly bacteria, that are resistant to one or more antimicrobial agents

BOC and OSHA requires the following precautions for hcp in facilities

• Proper hand hygiene

• PPE (e.g., gloves, gowns, masks)

• Safe injection practices

• Safe handling of potentially contaminated equipment or surfaces

• Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette