Safety and Compliance Flashcards
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A phlebotomist sustains a needlestick injury after drawing blood from a patient with unknown HIV status. What is the FIRST action to take?
Answer: Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water
The first action after a needlestick is to immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes.
Which federal regulation governs bloodborne pathogen exposure control in the workplace?
Answer: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 is the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard that mandates exposure control plans for healthcare workers.
What does the RACE acronym stand for in fire safety response?
Answer: Rescue, Activate, Contain, Extinguish
RACE stands for Rescue patients in danger, Activate the alarm, Contain the fire by closing doors, and Extinguish if safe to do so.
A patient's chart is marked with a latex allergy. Which item must be removed from the blood draw setup?
Answer: Tourniquet
Standard tourniquets are often made of latex and must be replaced with a latex-free alternative for patients with latex allergies.
Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for electrical equipment fires in a lab?
Answer: Class C
Class C fire extinguishers are designed for electrical equipment fires and use non-conductive agents.
How often must phlebotomists receive bloodborne pathogen training per OSHA requirements?
Answer: Annually
OSHA requires bloodborne pathogen training to be provided at initial hire and then annually thereafter.
What is the purpose of an Exposure Control Plan (ECP) in a phlebotomy setting?
Answer: To outline procedures minimizing employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens
An Exposure Control Plan documents procedures and policies that minimize employee risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.