Preventing Bloodborne Infections Engineering Controls and Workplace Practice Controls (VCCM273C-T)

The CDC estimates that 80% of needlestick injuries could be reduced by __________.

Using safer needle devices

According to some studies, nearly half of all accidental needlesticks were caused by ____________.

I.V. needles

When handling linens,

They could conceal hidden sharps

They could conceal hidden areas of contamination

They should be handled as little as possible

The biohazard label is used for _________.

Regulated waste and lab specimens

Items such as food and drink should NEVER be stored along with lab materials or in other locations where potentially infectious materials are present.

True or False?

True

Waste that is wet or dripping, or that oozes fluids when pressure is applied, is called ______________________.

Regulated waste

When decontaminating a spill, apply a germicide or bleach mixed with water until the surface is glistening wet. Keep it moist for 5 to 10 minutes, then ___________.

Allow the surface to air dry completely

If part of a piece of equipment cannot be decontaminated, __________.

Attach a warning label to the part

In the most recent CDC recommendations, the preferred agent for routine hand hygiene is __________________________.

An alcohol-based hand rub

Hands should be washed with ordinary soap and water in each of the following situations ________.

At the start of a shift

When hands are visibly soiled

When there is a buildup of alcohol product