Medical Asepsis and OSHA Standard

Type and quantity of waste (in pounds) and where it is being sent.

Through contact with blood and blood components, such as serum or plasma.

Mild side effects, such as soreness at the injection site; serious reactions are extremely rare.

<p>Administration of hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIG) and administration of the hepatitis B vaccine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Serious liver disease including cirrhosis of the liver and cancer of the liver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>HIV refers to the virus and infection, while AIDS refers to the last stage of the HIV infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>HIV is transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person, sharing drug injection needles, or transfer from mother to infant. It is not transmitted through casual contact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An infection that results from a defective immune system that cannot defend itself from pathogens normally found in the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of severe and life-threatening opportunistic infections and unusual cancers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, animal parasites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Practices that inhibit the growth and hinder the transmission of pathogenic microorganisms to prevent the spread of infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nonpathogenic microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Proper nutrition, oxygen, optimum growth temperature, darkness, moisture, neutral pH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Heterotroph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If the environment becomes too acidic or basic, it dies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Direct contact with an infected person, droplet infection from the lungs, contaminated hands and equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through the mouth, nose, throat, ears, eyes, intestinal tract, reproductive tract, open wounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Poor health, poor hygiene, poor nutrition, stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skin, mucous membranes, mucus and cilia in the respiratory tract, tears, hydrochloric acid secreted by the stomach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Resident flora are generally harmless organisms in deeper skin layers, while transient flora are often pathogenic and easily removable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When hands are visibly soiled, before eating, after using the restroom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through mechanical scrubbing action and the action of the antiseptic used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Before and after patient contact, before and after removing gloves, after contact with body fluids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advantages: Accessible, do not require rinsing, less damaging to skin. Disadvantages: More expensive, can cause stinging on broken skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Following OSHA standards, keeping the office clean, ensuring ventilation, minimizing insect presence, careful waste disposal, teaching patients aseptic practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Soft, elastic, thin for better dexterity, low cost, proven barrier protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mild: Redness, urticaria, itching. Severe: Itchy red eyes, runny nose, asthma symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Keep nails short, wear correct size gloves, avoid oil-based lotions, do not store gloves in extreme temperatures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Use nonlatex gloves, choose powder-free latex gloves, wash hands after removing gloves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>OSHA stands for 'Occupational Safety and Health Administration.' Its purpose is to assist employers in providing a safe working environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of employee exposure to infectious diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any employee with occupational exposure such as medical assistants, nurses, and emergency medical technicians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce needlestick and other sharps injuries among healthcare workers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sharps are objects that can penetrate the skin. Examples include needles, scalpels, broken glass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Semen, cerebrospinal fluid, visibly contaminated body fluids, saliva in dental procedures, unfixed human tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skin with dermatitis, abrasions, cuts, burns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An exposure incident is contact with blood or OPIM. Examples include contaminated needlesticks, blood splashes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To outline protective measures against bloodborne pathogens. It must be updated at least annually.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Containers of regulated waste, refrigerators used to store OPIM, containers for transporting blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To track needlestick injuries and identify problem areas. Required for employers with more than 10 employees at risk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Measures that isolate bloodborne pathogens. Examples: handwashing facilities, safer medical devices, biohazard containers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A device that minimizes the likelihood of exposure incidents involving contaminated sharps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A measure that reduces exposure likelihood by altering how tasks are performed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Minimizing splashing and spattering, bandaging cuts before gloving, washing hands after glove removal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flush the eyes with water as soon as possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PPE is equipment that protects from blood or OPIM. Examples: face shields, masks, laboratory coats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>PPE must prevent blood transfer, must be provided by employer at no cost, must be replaced when damaged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clean equipment after procedures, inspect reusable receptacles regularly, handle contaminated laundry properly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Locate close to use area; maintain upright; do not reach in; replace when 3/4 full.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All medical office personnel who have occupational exposure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If previously vaccinated, if immune, or if contraindicated for medical reasons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He or she must sign a hepatitis B waiver form documenting refusal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Medical waste that poses a threat to health and safety. Examples include liquid blood, contaminated sharps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Place biohazard bags in a box labeled with a biohazard warning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Store in a locked room to prevent unauthorized access.</p> Signup and view all the answers