39 Questions
What is the primary reason for the department to provide employees with safety procedures and communicable disease information?
To protect the health of its employees
Which of the following is considered an airborne pathogen?
Pathogens carried by breathing infectious droplets
What is the role of an Exposure Control Officer?
To act as a liaison between the department and medical facilities
Which statement best describes engineering controls?
Controls that isolate or remove bloodborne pathogen hazards from the workplace
Why is it important for law enforcement and emergency medical personnel to take precautionary measures?
To minimize potential risks and severity of exposure to pathogens
Which of the following is a responsibility of law enforcement and emergency medical personnel according to the text?
Ensuring availability of protective equipment
What is defined as bloodborne pathogens in the text?
Pathogens that are transmitted through bodily fluids
Who is qualified to act as an Exposure Control Officer according to the text?
A designated member qualified by training and experience
According to Universal Precautions, what is the appropriate way to treat ALL human blood and body fluids?
Treating them as if they are known to be infectious for HIV and HBV
Where can replacement Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be obtained from?
From the department's quartermaster by emailing the needed replacement
What is an example of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) mentioned in the text?
Disposable latex gloves
In the context of universal precautions in a law enforcement setting, what does 'controlling exposure' refer to?
Practicing extreme caution during searches to prevent skin punctures
What action should be taken with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) after use?
Dispose of it in the biohazard bin
What specific precaution is highlighted for preventing accidental skin punctures during searches?
Exercising extreme caution
Which item is mentioned as being available in the biohazard supply cabinet for use in extreme occupational exposure incidents?
Gowns and shoe covers
What is the first immediate action for an exposed member according to the text?
Wash the skin with soap and water for 15 minutes
If an exposure results in mucus membrane splashes, what is the recommended action?
Rinse with water
Who supervises the Post Exposure Network according to the text?
Medical Director of Centra Care Urgent Care Centers
What should an exposed member do regarding medical care and follow-up as per the text?
Follow the recommendations of the physician
When should the exposed member or supervisor contact the Exposure Hotline?
As soon as possible
What is the recommended action for eyes if exposed according to the text?
Irrigate with large amounts of clean water or saline
What entity provides access to medical care and follow-up for occupational injuries according to the text?
City of Apopka
'Do not put lenses in until thoroughly cleaned' refers to what type of lenses according to the text?
Contact lenses
What precaution should members take when handling hypodermic needles and syringes?
Place them in department-issued sharps containers
Where should members dispose of full sharps containers?
At Fire Station 1
What should members do if injured by a hypodermic needle?
Seek immediate medical treatment
What is the correct procedure for disposing of hypodermic needles considered evidentiary?
Seal them in a puncture-resistant evidence cylinder
Where are department-issued sharps containers typically placed for disposal?
At Fire Station 1
What is the correct location to obtain a new sharps container after disposing of a full one?
Sally port door
What action should members avoid when handling hypodermic needles?
Putting them in biohazard bins
Why should members photograph the injury and hypodermic needle if injured?
As per proper procedure before seeking medical treatment
Who can seek a court order for a person who is the source of a significant exposure to submit to screening?
The department
What constitutes probable cause for a court to issue an order for testing the source of a significant exposure?
A sworn statement by a licensed physician
Who is responsible for sending court motions to have the offending subject tested or release test results?
The department
Which individual can attempt to get the source patient to complete a 'Release of Medical Information' affidavit?
The PEN Nurse
Under what circumstance may the exposed member be required to attend court proceedings?
Requesting blood withdrawal for testing
Who can recommend blood draw or compel a source through a warrant if there is a significant exposure?
The PEN Nurse
What does Florida Statute 384.287 allow for in case of significant exposure?
Seeking a court order for screening
What action can a member take if there is significant exposure according to Florida Statute 384.287?
Seek a court order for screening
This quiz covers the safety precautions to take when handling contaminated items like hypodermic needles and syringes to prevent exposure to diseases. Topics include proper disposal methods according to guidelines.
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