Safety and Infection Control Test
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Airborne Precautions - ANSWER Individuals should wash hands and wear specially fit
respirators prior to entering rooms with patients that are suspected of being infected with
airborne illnesses. Examples of such illnesses include measles, tuberculosis, and varicella.
Droplet precautions - ANSWER Droplet precautions require performing hand hygiene and
donning a mask upon entering the patient's room, examples; Pertussis,
pneumonia,infuenza type B, adenovirus, influenza, mumps, Parvovirus
Sharps/Needlestick Injury Prevention - ANSWER A serious concern in the health care field
is that of accidental needle sticks
Injuries can be caused by the following: - ANSWER Failure to activate the safety device after
using a needle; Attempting to recap a needle; Improper transferring blood specimens from
a syringe, tube holder or other device;
Injuries can be caused by the following: - ANSWER Overfilling the biohazard sharps container;
Use of non - retractable puncture devices for fingerstick; Improper disposal of sharps
Types of safety features for needles - ANSWER Self-capping needles; Retractable needles; In-
vein activation
Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids - ANSWER All biohazardous materials should be
appropriately labeled; They should be placed in lea, proof containers; Medical waste should be
clearly marked and disposed in proper containers
, Clean and disinfect all equipment and facilities. - ANSWER Cleaning equipment and facilities to
prevent the spread of pathogens
Sanitization - ANSWER involves rinsing and scrubbing with a brush and soap to remove debris.
Microorganisms and pathogens are not destroyed.
Disinfection - ANSWER involves the use of chemical germicides, 1:10 bleach solutions, and
boiling water. Equipment and soaked and wiped clean
Sterilization - ANSWER involves killing all microorganisms, both pathogenic and
nonpathogenic. This is often accomplished through use of an autoclave, producing heat
sterilization through steam and pressure.
General guidelines for cleaning spills include - ANSWER Wearing gloves ; Wipe up any visible
blood or biohazardous material; disinfect the contaminated area, as well as the entire area of
potential contamination, using a 10% bleach solution. (This solution should be made fresh
once a week. It should be clearly labeled "10% bleach" along with the date that it was made.)
In some instances, such as for large spills - ANSWER absorbent powders or gels should be used
Fire - ANSWER Assist evacuation of patients; nursing personnel closes all doors to
patient rooms; Fire doors must also be closed
RACE System to be implemented - ANSWER Rescue individuals in danger; Alert; Confine the fire
by closing all doors and windows; Extinguish the fire with nearest fire extinguisher
Guidelines for avoiding physical hazards include - ANSWER Walk. Avoid running; Be mindful of
and avoid wet floors; Lift with legs, bending at the knees instead of the back
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Airborne Precautions - ANSWER Individuals should wash hands and wear specially fit
respirators prior to entering rooms with patients that are suspected of being infected with
airborne illnesses. Examples of such illnesses include measles, tuberculosis, and varicella.
Droplet precautions - ANSWER Droplet precautions require performing hand hygiene and
donning a mask upon entering the patient's room, examples; Pertussis,
pneumonia,infuenza type B, adenovirus, influenza, mumps, Parvovirus
Sharps/Needlestick Injury Prevention - ANSWER A serious concern in the health care field
is that of accidental needle sticks
Injuries can be caused by the following: - ANSWER Failure to activate the safety device after
using a needle; Attempting to recap a needle; Improper transferring blood specimens from
a syringe, tube holder or other device;
Injuries can be caused by the following: - ANSWER Overfilling the biohazard sharps container;
Use of non - retractable puncture devices for fingerstick; Improper disposal of sharps
Types of safety features for needles - ANSWER Self-capping needles; Retractable needles; In-
vein activation
Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids - ANSWER All biohazardous materials should be
appropriately labeled; They should be placed in lea, proof containers; Medical waste should be
clearly marked and disposed in proper containers
, Clean and disinfect all equipment and facilities. - ANSWER Cleaning equipment and facilities to
prevent the spread of pathogens
Sanitization - ANSWER involves rinsing and scrubbing with a brush and soap to remove debris.
Microorganisms and pathogens are not destroyed.
Disinfection - ANSWER involves the use of chemical germicides, 1:10 bleach solutions, and
boiling water. Equipment and soaked and wiped clean
Sterilization - ANSWER involves killing all microorganisms, both pathogenic and
nonpathogenic. This is often accomplished through use of an autoclave, producing heat
sterilization through steam and pressure.
General guidelines for cleaning spills include - ANSWER Wearing gloves ; Wipe up any visible
blood or biohazardous material; disinfect the contaminated area, as well as the entire area of
potential contamination, using a 10% bleach solution. (This solution should be made fresh
once a week. It should be clearly labeled "10% bleach" along with the date that it was made.)
In some instances, such as for large spills - ANSWER absorbent powders or gels should be used
Fire - ANSWER Assist evacuation of patients; nursing personnel closes all doors to
patient rooms; Fire doors must also be closed
RACE System to be implemented - ANSWER Rescue individuals in danger; Alert; Confine the fire
by closing all doors and windows; Extinguish the fire with nearest fire extinguisher
Guidelines for avoiding physical hazards include - ANSWER Walk. Avoid running; Be mindful of
and avoid wet floors; Lift with legs, bending at the knees instead of the back
