Hepatitis B Vaccination and Emergency Response

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How many shots are needed to build up immunity to the Hepatitis B virus?

3

What is the time interval between the first and second shot?

One month

What should be worn by personnel responding to an emergency situation?

Gloves and splash goggles

What is the purpose of Universal Precautions in an emergency situation?

To minimize exposure

What is the time interval between the second and third shot?

Five months

Where should dry wound dressings and dry gloves be placed?

In regular trash

What is the purpose of the color coding system for waste bags?

To denote the nature of the waste

Where should equipment coming out of a mulation room, including PPE, be placed?

In a sd bihaza bog

Why is the location and size of waste containers important?

For the correct segregation of waste

What should be placed in an approved sharps container?

Biohazardous medical waste, such as gauze and stylets

What should you do if you experience eye exposure to blood or bodily fluids?

Irrigate the affected eye with copious amounts of saline or water

How should you handle a used needle?

Use a one-handed scoop technique to recap it

What should you do if blood is splashed onto your mucous membranes?

Rinse the area with saline or water for 15 minutes

When washing the exposed area after mucocutaneous exposure, what should you use?

Soap and running water

What should you do if you need to recap a used needle?

Use a safety device or recapping device

What type of materials are mercury and strong acids classified as?

Hazardous materials

What is the primary purpose of separating medical waste at the point of generation?

To prevent the transmission of infection

What type of waste would used gauze and dressings be classified as?

Pathological waste

What category would food waste and paper waste from a hospital be classified as?

General waste

What type of waste would expired medicines be classified as?

Pharmaceutical waste

What is a major concern in the healthcare waste management?

Availability of unsafe syringes in the market

Who is responsible for infection control?

Everyone in the healthcare facility

What is the theme of the message?

Infection control is everyone's responsibility

What is the current state of healthcare waste management in the country?

It is not safe

What is the ultimate goal of infection control?

To enjoy good health

Learn about the series of Hepatitis B vaccinations and how to respond to emergencies while minimizing exposure. Understand the importance of Universal Precautions and proper PPE.

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