Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogens
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What should a Flight Attendant do after handling a first aid emergency?

  • Remove the gloves properly to prevent exposure from any blood borne pathogens (correct)
  • Dispose of the gloves in the lavatory waste receptacle
  • Remove the gloves improperly to save time
  • Continue to attend to the passenger without removing the gloves

    • Who can access the outer pocket of the Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)?

  • Anyone on board, including passengers
  • Only medical personnel
  • The Flight Attendant, with or without permission (correct)
  • Only the Captain

    • What should be done with a used biohazard bag?

  • Notify the Captain and store it in a designated area until the inbound station can retrieve it (correct)
  • Dispose of it in the lavatory waste receptacle immediately
  • Store it in the cabin and hand it over to the Captain
  • Give it to a passenger to dispose of

    • What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)?

    <p>For life-threatening emergencies in flight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can use the items in the Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)?

    <p>The Flight Attendant, under the direction of STAT-MD or the Captain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with a needle during a medical event?

    <p>Place it in the Sharps Shuttle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to follow proper glove removal procedures?

    <p>To prevent exposure from blood borne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the biohazard bag?

    <p>To contain and dispose of biohazardous materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential method of transmission for bloodborne pathogens?

    <p>Exposure of broken skin to the body fluids of an infected person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do immediately after coming into contact with blood?

    <p>Use alcohol wipes to sterilize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the Biohazard Kit?

    <p>Gloves, face shield, and plastic apron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do with items soaked with blood?

    <p>Dispose of them in a red trash bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you get blood on your clothing?

    <p>Change into new clothing immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of coming into contact with blood?

    <p>You may be at risk of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method of airborne transmission?

    <p>Transmission by respiratory droplets in the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after containing a blood spill?

    <p>Lock the lavatory to quarantine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Sharps Shuttle?

    <p>To dispose of contaminated needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the two Sharps Shuttles located on the flight?

    <p>In the Flight Attendant Supply Drawer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personal protective equipment is used when handling a contaminated needle?

    <p>Gloves only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the customer do with the needle after receiving the Sharps Shuttle?

    <p>Place the needle into the container with the needle facing the tip of the container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the flight attendant do with the Sharps Shuttle after the customer has placed the needle inside?

    <p>Take the container from the customer and lock the lid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the flight attendant do with the used protective gear and the Sharps Shuttle?

    <p>Place them in the biohazard containment bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the sealed biohazard bag be placed?

    <p>In the lavatory waste receptacle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the flight attendant do after disposing of the biohazard bag?

    <p>Lock off the lavatory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential method of transmission for airborne pathogens?

    <p>Breathing in contaminated air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do immediately after coming into contact with blood?

    <p>Wash your hands with soap and water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personal protective equipment is used when handling a contaminated needle?

    <p>Gloves only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Sharps Shuttle?

    <p>To dispose of contaminated needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to follow proper glove removal procedures?

    <p>To prevent the spread of bloodborne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do with items soaked with blood?

    <p>Put them in a biohazard bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you get blood on your clothing?

    <p>Remove the clothing and place it in a biohazard bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of coming into contact with blood?

    <p>Transmission of bloodborne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential method of transmission for bloodborne pathogens?

    <p>Through exposure of broken skin to the body fluids of an infected person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do immediately after coming into contact with blood?

    <p>Use alcohol wipes to sterilize</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the Biohazard Kit?

    <p>Body Fluid Cleanup Kit and a plastic apron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do with items soaked with blood?

    <p>Dispose of them in the red trash bag found in the Biohazard Kit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method of airborne transmission?

    <p>Transmission by respiratory droplets in the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What personal protective equipment is used when handling a contaminated needle?

    <p>Gloves and a face shield</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the gloves used in first aid emergencies?

    <p>To prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you get blood on your clothing?

    <p>Change the clothing immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after containing a blood spill?

    <p>Lock the lavatory to quarantine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a Flight Attendant do with the needle during a medical event?

    <p>Place it in the Sharps Shuttle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the biohazard bag?

    <p>To contain and dispose of contaminated materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can use the items in the Emergency Medical Kit (EMK) under the direction of STAT-MD or the Captain?

    <p>Flight Attendants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to notify the Captain about the use of a biohazard bag?

    <p>To notify the inbound station for proper retrieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Sharps Shuttle?

    <p>To contain and dispose of contaminated needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with the used biohazard bag after it is stored in the lavatory waste receptacle?

    <p>Station personnel will remove the biohazard bag per their station procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to follow proper glove removal procedures after handling a first aid emergency?

    <p>To prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blood Borne Pathogens (Infectious Diseases)

    • Any bodily fluid may contain blood and is considered potentially infectious.
    • Precautions must be taken to prevent contact with potentially infectious body fluids.
    • If you come into contact with blood, use alcohol wipes to sterilize and call STAT-MD immediately.

    Methods of Transmission

    • Blood borne pathogen transmission can occur through:
    • A prick from a needle used by an infected person.
    • Human bites from an infected person.
    • Exposure of broken skin to the body fluids of an infected person.
    • Exposure of the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, or mouth to the body fluids of an infected area.
    • Airborne transmission can occur through respiratory droplets in the air.

    Blood Borne Pathogens Prevention

    • Immediately protect yourself by putting on gloves, found in the Biohazard Kit, EMK, First Aid Kit, or AED (Supplemental Pouch).
    • Obtain the Body Fluid Cleanup Kit (Biohazard Kit).
    • Put on protection equipment, including a face shield and a plastic apron.
    • Dispose of items soaked with blood in the red trash bag found in the kit.
    • Place the bag in an AFT lavatory trash bin and lock the lavatory to quarantine.

    Sharps Shuttles

    • A Sharps Shuttle is a portable medical waste disposal container used for disposing of contaminated needles.
    • Two Sharps Shuttles are located in the Flight Attendant Supply Drawer.
    • Sharps Shuttles are not a "No-Go" item.

    Sharps Shuttles Procedure

    • If a customer needs to dispose of a needle:
    • Obtain the Sharps Shuttle from the FA Supply Drawer.
    • Obtain a Body Fluid Cleanup Kit from the FA Supply Drawer.
    • Don protective gloves.
    • Provide the Sharps Shuttle to the customer and advise them to place the needle into the container with the needle facing the tip of the container.
    • Take the container from the customer and lock the lid.
    • Place the container into the biohazard containment bag along with the used protective gear.
    • Seal the red biohazard bag.
    • Place the red biohazard bag in a lavatory waste receptacle.
    • Lock off the lavatory and notify the Captain that a biohazard bag has been used, where it is being stored, and that the inbound station needs to be notified during the in-range call for proper retrieval.

    Glove Removal

    • After handling a first aid emergency, it is important to remove gloves properly to prevent exposure from any bloodborne pathogens.

    Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)

    • The EMK is used for life-threatening emergencies in flight and is only for use by medical personnel.
    • Flight Attendants may use specific items under the direction of STAT-MD or the Captain.
    • The outer pocket of the EMK containing the stethoscope and blood pressure cuff can be accessed without STAT-MD or the Captain's permission.

    Blood Borne Pathogens (Infectious Diseases)

    • Any bodily fluid may contain blood and is considered potentially infectious.
    • Precautions must be taken to prevent contact with potentially infectious body fluids.
    • If you come into contact with blood, use alcohol wipes to sterilize and call STAT-MD immediately.

    Methods of Transmission

    • Blood borne pathogen transmission can occur through:
    • A prick from a needle used by an infected person.
    • Human bites from an infected person.
    • Exposure of broken skin to the body fluids of an infected person.
    • Exposure of the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, or mouth to the body fluids of an infected area.
    • Airborne transmission can occur through respiratory droplets in the air.

    Blood Borne Pathogens Prevention

    • Immediately protect yourself by putting on gloves, found in the Biohazard Kit, EMK, First Aid Kit, or AED (Supplemental Pouch).
    • Obtain the Body Fluid Cleanup Kit (Biohazard Kit).
    • Put on protection equipment, including a face shield and a plastic apron.
    • Dispose of items soaked with blood in the red trash bag found in the kit.
    • Place the bag in an AFT lavatory trash bin and lock the lavatory to quarantine.

    Sharps Shuttles

    • A Sharps Shuttle is a portable medical waste disposal container used for disposing of contaminated needles.
    • Two Sharps Shuttles are located in the Flight Attendant Supply Drawer.
    • Sharps Shuttles are not a "No-Go" item.

    Sharps Shuttles Procedure

    • If a customer needs to dispose of a needle:
    • Obtain the Sharps Shuttle from the FA Supply Drawer.
    • Obtain a Body Fluid Cleanup Kit from the FA Supply Drawer.
    • Don protective gloves.
    • Provide the Sharps Shuttle to the customer and advise them to place the needle into the container with the needle facing the tip of the container.
    • Take the container from the customer and lock the lid.
    • Place the container into the biohazard containment bag along with the used protective gear.
    • Seal the red biohazard bag.
    • Place the red biohazard bag in a lavatory waste receptacle.
    • Lock off the lavatory and notify the Captain that a biohazard bag has been used, where it is being stored, and that the inbound station needs to be notified during the in-range call for proper retrieval.

    Glove Removal

    • After handling a first aid emergency, it is important to remove gloves properly to prevent exposure from any bloodborne pathogens.

    Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)

    • The EMK is used for life-threatening emergencies in flight and is only for use by medical personnel.
    • Flight Attendants may use specific items under the direction of STAT-MD or the Captain.
    • The outer pocket of the EMK containing the stethoscope and blood pressure cuff can be accessed without STAT-MD or the Captain's permission.

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