Quality & Safety Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of quality control (QC) in a clinical laboratory?
Answer: To ensure accuracy and reliability
Quality control ensures the accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results by monitoring the performance of testing instruments and reagents.
Which of the following is a critical component of a laboratory’s quality assurance (QA) program?
Answer: Proficiency testing
Proficiency testing is a key part of quality assurance, helping to evaluate a laboratory’s ability to produce accurate and consistent test results.
Which biosafety level (BSL) is required for handling highly infectious pathogens such as Ebola virus?
Answer: BSL-4
Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) laboratories are required for working with highly infectious agents like Ebola, which pose a severe risk to human health.
What should be done in case of an accidental laboratory spill involving bloodborne pathogens?
Answer: Cover the spill with paper towels and disinfect with bleach
Spills involving bloodborne pathogens should be immediately contained and disinfected using an appropriate chemical agent, such as a 10% bleach solution.
Which type of fire extinguisher should be used in a laboratory setting to handle flammable liquid fires?
Answer: Class B
Class B fire extinguishers are specifically designed to handle fires involving flammable liquids such as ethanol, acetone, and laboratory solvents.
What is the purpose of material safety data sheets (MSDS) in a laboratory?
Answer: To provide information on chemical hazards and safety
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provide essential information on the properties, handling, storage, and hazards of chemicals used in a laboratory setting.