Preventing Bloodborne Infections and Barrier Protection
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The main bloodborne infection of concern is _______________________.
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HIV
HBV
HCV
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The fundamental concept of both Standard Precautions and Universal Precautions is _____________.
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Placing a barrier between yourself and the patient
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The CDC recommends ____________ if you may potentially come into contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials on the job.
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Hepatitis B vaccination
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The Universal Precautions are based on the idea that ________.
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All patients must be treated as possible carriers of bloodborne pathogens
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Accidental exposure applies to any of the following ______.
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Mucous membranes
Blood
Body fluids
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After a puncture wound or broken skin or mucous membrane contact with blood or other potentially infectious fluids, the first step is to __________________.
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Wash the exposed area immediately
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If you are exposed, you are entitled to __________________, free of charge.
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Evaluation by a doctor
Confidential medical counseling
Blood test
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The primary and most commonly used barrier against bloodborne pathogens are ___________.
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Gloves
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Personal protective equipment includes all of the following ___________.
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Gloves
Gowns
Eyewear
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General purpose utility gloves are __________.
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Used for cleaning procedures
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Sterile latex gloves are usually used for _____________________.
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Invasive procedures
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Gloves should be changed under all of the following conditions ___________.
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They become ineffective due to sweat
Before removing masks and eyewear
If they have become torn
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To prevent accidental contamination of your face when removing protective masks and eyewear, which step comes first?
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Removing gloves
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Protective eyewear should be handled by _________.
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The arms
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The PPE that is used when there is a risk of splashes of potentially infectious materials is ____________.
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Gown
