Clinical Laboratory Safety Guidelines

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What is the purpose of providing sharps disposal containers and needles with safety devices as outlined in the text?

To prevent accidental needlesticks (correct)

To encourage recycling of needles

To facilitate easy access to sharps

To reduce the cost of medical supplies

Which of the following is NOT a requirement under the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?

Documenting annual safety training

Prohibiting eating in the work area

Annual work surface disinfection (correct)

Providing immunization against Hepatitis B

What is the main goal of establishing a daily work surface disinfection protocol in healthcare settings?

To prevent patient infections (correct)

To comply with Occupational Safety regulations

To minimize the risk of employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens

To ensure workplace cleanliness

Why is it important for employees to practice Standard Precautions in healthcare settings?

To minimize the spread of infectious diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided to healthcare workers?

Stethoscopes Signup and view all the answers

Why is involving employees in the selection and evaluation of new devices important as per the text?

To improve employee morale and engagement Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Universal Precautions, as recommended by CDC and OSHA?

Preventing transmission of biologic hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the main emphasis of Body Substance Isolation in the clinical lab setting?

Preventing transmission of all bodily fluids, not just bloodborne pathogens Signup and view all the answers

Which safety measure combines features of Universal Precautions and Body Substance Isolation?

Standard Precautions Signup and view all the answers

What do Engineering Controls primarily focus on in the context of laboratory safety?

Eliminating or isolating bloodborne pathogens at their source Signup and view all the answers

What crucial action does Standard Precautions recommend regarding hand hygiene after removing gloves?

Immediate hand washing regardless of visible contamination Signup and view all the answers

Why are all patients considered possible carriers of bloodborne pathogens according to Universal Precautions?

To ensure consistent and effective infection control measures Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for disposing of urine specimens?

Pour on a laboratory sink and flush with water Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) mentioned in the text?

Face mask Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if skin contacts a hazardous chemical, according to the text?

Flush the area with large amounts of water for atleast 15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Where should all sharps be disposed of according to the text?

In a container that is puncture resistant and leak proof Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate dilution of sodium hypochlorite (bleach) recommended for disinfecting sinks?

1:10 dilution (1 part bleach: 10 parts water) Signup and view all the answers

How should contaminated clothing exposed to chemicals be handled according to the text?

Contaminated clothing should be removed right away Signup and view all the answers