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Where should emergency medical equipment cleaning be performed?
Where should emergency medical equipment cleaning be performed?
How often should structural firefighting protective clothing be cleaned?
How often should structural firefighting protective clothing be cleaned?
What should be done with protective clothing when it's contaminated with products of combustion, fire debris, or body fluid?
What should be done with protective clothing when it's contaminated with products of combustion, fire debris, or body fluid?
What should be removed from protective clothing before washing?
What should be removed from protective clothing before washing?
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Where should dirty or contaminated medical equipment be stored?
Where should dirty or contaminated medical equipment be stored?
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What type of washers should be used for protective clothing?
What type of washers should be used for protective clothing?
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According to EMS system policy, what should be used for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment?
According to EMS system policy, what should be used for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment?
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What should structural firefighting protective clothing be washed separately from?
What should structural firefighting protective clothing be washed separately from?
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What should be done with all closures on protective clothing?
What should be done with all closures on protective clothing?
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How should shells and liners be laundered?
How should shells and liners be laundered?
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What is the recommended method for drying protective clothing?
What is the recommended method for drying protective clothing?
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Why is bleach not used in washing protective clothing?
Why is bleach not used in washing protective clothing?
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How should liners be turned during the drying process?
How should liners be turned during the drying process?
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What should be done with contaminated disposable medical supplies and equipment?
What should be done with contaminated disposable medical supplies and equipment?
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What happens to normally non-disposable items that cannot be disinfected?
What happens to normally non-disposable items that cannot be disinfected?
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What reference guides the procedures for protective clothing?
What reference guides the procedures for protective clothing?
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Who is responsible for notifying the Designated Infection Control Officer after exposure to infection?
Who is responsible for notifying the Designated Infection Control Officer after exposure to infection?
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What is the effective date of the Infection Control Program?
What is the effective date of the Infection Control Program?
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Which items are included in the infection control garments and equipment?
Which items are included in the infection control garments and equipment?
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According to the Infection Control Program, what must department members ensure regarding immunizations?
According to the Infection Control Program, what must department members ensure regarding immunizations?
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What is the scheduled re-evaluation date of the Infection Control Program?
What is the scheduled re-evaluation date of the Infection Control Program?
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Which group of individuals is expected to adhere to the infection control guidelines?
Which group of individuals is expected to adhere to the infection control guidelines?
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What is NOT mentioned as a part of the infection control policy?
What is NOT mentioned as a part of the infection control policy?
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What are personnel required to do in addition to completing written reports after an exposure?
What are personnel required to do in addition to completing written reports after an exposure?
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What is the primary purpose of the respiratory assistance equipment on ambulances?
What is the primary purpose of the respiratory assistance equipment on ambulances?
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Which of the following activities is prohibited in patient treatment areas and ambulance cabs?
Which of the following activities is prohibited in patient treatment areas and ambulance cabs?
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According to EMS system policies, when should hands be washed?
According to EMS system policies, when should hands be washed?
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How should personnel consider devices that are potentially infectious?
How should personnel consider devices that are potentially infectious?
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Who is responsible for the supervision of infection control equipment on ambulances?
Who is responsible for the supervision of infection control equipment on ambulances?
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Which of the following actions is NOT part of cleaning and disinfecting protocols?
Which of the following actions is NOT part of cleaning and disinfecting protocols?
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What is a key measure taken to reduce infection transmission to emergency responders?
What is a key measure taken to reduce infection transmission to emergency responders?
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Which containers should be used for disposing of sharp instruments?
Which containers should be used for disposing of sharp instruments?
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Study Notes
Infection Control Program
- All department members are responsible for following EMS system policies and guidelines regarding immunizations and communicable diseases.
Exposure to Infection and Communicable Disease
- Department members must notify the Designated Infection Control Officer (DICO) as soon as possible after being exposed to an infection or communicable disease.
- Personnel must complete written accident reports and follow department and EMS policies and guidelines.
Emergency Medical Operations Protection
- Department personnel must wear and use infection control garments and equipment, including CPR masks, medical gloves, masks, splash resistant eyewear, and fluid-resistant clothing.
- Respiratory assistance equipment is provided on each ambulance and fire suppression apparatus to reduce the transmission of infection.
- Personnel must follow EMS system policies and guidelines to prevent injuries caused by needles and other sharp instruments.
Safety Precautions
- Eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or lip balm, and handling contact lenses are prohibited in patient treatment areas, ambulance cabs, and patient areas.
- Food and drinks are not allowed in ambulance cabs and patient treatment areas, except for exterior cabinets used for food transportation.
Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Disposal
- Personnel must disinfect contaminated skin surfaces according to EMS system policies and guidelines.
- Hands must be washed after each emergency medical incident, after cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment, after cleaning protective clothing or equipment, and after using the washroom.
- Medical equipment must be disinfected in a designated facility, using specified chemicals and disinfectants.
- Protective clothing must be cleaned at least every six months, and washed separately from other clothing using a dedicated washing machine.
- Contaminated materials, including sharps containers, medical supplies, and wastes, must be disposed of at the hospital according to EMS system policies.
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This quiz covers the Standard Operating Guidelines for the Infection Control Program of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, effective January 1, 2022. It is NIMS compliant and focuses on safety operations.
