Safety Procedures & Infection Control Flashcards
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A collector must remove gloves after each patient collection. In what order should gloves be removed to prevent self-contamination?
Answer: Grasp outside of first glove and peel off; use bare fingers to remove second glove from inside
The correct technique is to peel the first glove off touching only the outside, then slide a bare finger under the cuff of the second glove to avoid touching its outer surface.
Which disinfectant concentration is recommended by the CDC for decontaminating blood spills on hard surfaces?
Answer: 1:10 dilution of household bleach
A 1:10 bleach solution (approximately 5,000 ppm sodium hypochlorite) is recommended for blood spills on environmental surfaces.
Under what circumstance is hand sanitizer (alcohol-based) NOT an acceptable alternative to handwashing?
Answer: When hands are visibly soiled
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is ineffective on visibly dirty or soiled hands; soap and water must be used in those situations.
What color bag is universally used for regulated medical/biohazardous waste in the United States?
Answer: Red
Red biohazard bags are the standard color for regulated medical waste containing blood or OPIM in the United States.
A hepatitis B vaccination series provides protection for most healthcare workers. What percentage of vaccinated individuals develop immunity?
Answer: 95–99%
Approximately 95% or more of healthy adults who complete the three-dose hepatitis B vaccine series develop adequate antibody response.
Which isolation precaution category requires a collector to wear a gown and gloves when entering the patient's room?
Answer: Contact precautions
Contact precautions require gown and gloves upon room entry because pathogens can spread via direct skin contact or contaminated surfaces.
What is the purpose of an exposure control plan required under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?
Answer: To outline methods for eliminating or minimizing employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens
The exposure control plan is a written document detailing how the employer will eliminate or reduce employee exposure to blood and OPIM.