unit 1 - Standard and Universal Precautions in Healthcare

Standard Precautions

Guidelines assuming all samples are infectious.

CDC

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Biological Hazards

Infectious microorganisms in blood or body fluids.

Hepatitis

Liver infection caused by HBV or HCV.

HIV

Virus causing acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

STI

Sexually transmitted infections affecting health.

Malaria

Mosquito-borne disease caused by parasites.

MRSA

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection.

VRE

Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus infection.

Droplet Transmission

Spread of infection via respiratory droplets.

Airborne Transmission

Infection spread through airborne particles.

OSHA

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

The Joint Commission

Evaluates healthcare facility quality and safety.

CAP

College of American Pathologists for lab compliance.

NRC

Nuclear Regulatory Commission for radioactive safety.

Post Exposure Follow-up

Steps taken after potential exposure to pathogens.

Injury Reporting

Immediate notification of injuries for safety.

Needle Disposal

Safe disposal of needles to prevent injury.

Hand Hygiene

Critical practice to prevent healthcare infections.

Environmental Disinfection

Cleaning surfaces to reduce infection risk.

Transmission-based Precautions

Additional precautions based on infection type.