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What does OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

What are some examples of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Uniforms, apron, gloves, mask, goggles, and engineering controls like sharps containers.

What is one of the most important things to remember for OSHA?

Wash your hands.

What does PPE stand for?

<p>Personal protective equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do you dispose of needles?

<p>In sharps containers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some goals of OSHA?

<p>To protect workers from bloodborne pathogens such as HIV, HBV, and HCV.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is OSHA just for health care?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you pay attention to OSHA?

<p>Protect health and fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for following OSHA guidelines?

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

Do you have to track or keep a record of incidents?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name four things to be aware of for fire safety (FIRE FCIM)?

<p>Electrical, Chemical, Moxibustion, Cupping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if there is a fire?

<p>Tell others, pull an alarm, evacuate, and ensure everyone is safe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does HCS stand for?

<p>Hazard Communication Standard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does SDS stand for and what is it?

<p>Safety Data Sheets, which describe hazards and safety precautions for chemicals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the number one defense against the transmission of bloodborne pathogens?

<p>Hand washing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Should you wash your hands before and after each patient?

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

Describe the full handwashing technique.

<p>Wash hands with soap and running water before and after patient treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If gloves are worn, do you still need to wash hands?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is training on equipment part of OSHA requirements?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Should all acupuncture needles be single use?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can red biohazard bags be used for?

<p>For disposing of biohazardous waste that is not sharp, like blood-saturated items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can needles be put in red biohazard bags?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are sharps containers used for?

<p>For disposing of sharp objects like needles and broken glass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Should you fill a sharps container to the top?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can you eat or drink in a treatment room?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is PPE?

<p>Personal protective equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you wear a full-length lab coat?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should scrubs be worn?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a garment is penetrated by blood?

<p>Remove it immediately and place it in the appropriate container.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should gloves be worn?

<p>When contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials is anticipated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can gloves be reused?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Do you wear gloves when handling laundry?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with laundry that has blood on it?

<p>Place it in a biohazard bag and do not mix it with other laundry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does universal precautions regarding needles mean?

<p>All needles are assumed to be potential sources of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can you carry needles in cotton balls?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can you carry an open package of needles in the pocket of a lab coat?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the needle-free zones?

<p>Hallways, bathrooms, stairwells, classrooms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can needles be reused, even on the same patient?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of infection in a clinical setting?

<p>Failure to wash hands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should each point be cleaned before inserting needles?

<p>Clean with 70% isopropyl alcohol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you find a needle on the floor?

<p>Pick it up following safety protocols and place it in the nearest sharps container.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when a sharps container is 3/4 full?

<p>Seal and dispose of it properly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Should interns ever recap injection needles?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is FCIM aware of any cases of Hepatitis B, C, or HIV through acupuncture needle sticks?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the CDC, what profile is associated with the highest risk of bloodborne pathogen transmission through needle stick exposures?

<p>Large, hollow, thick gauge needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What steps should be taken in case of a blood spill?

<p>Wear gloves, clean with paper towels, use bleach solution, and dispose of items in a red biohazard bag.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What to do in case of a broken cup?

<p>Use a hemostat for large pieces, sweep area and clean up with a vacuum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

OSHA Overview

  • OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • It provides regulations to ensure worker safety and health across all industries.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • PPE includes uniforms, aprons, gloves, masks, and goggles.
  • Engineering controls involve items like sharps containers.
  • Importance of universal precautions and hygiene practices in work settings.

Hand Hygiene

  • Hand washing is essential before and after patient contact to prevent disease transmission.
  • The primary defense against bloodborne pathogens is effective hand washing.

Incident Reporting and Record Keeping

  • Incidents must be tracked to develop prevention plans for future occurrences.

Fire Safety Awareness

  • Key fire hazards include electrical issues, chemical spills, moxibustion, and cupping.
  • In case of a fire, communicate, pull the alarm, and evacuate to a designated safe spot.

Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

  • HCS describes the need for safety data sheets (SDS) that outline chemical hazards and precautions.

Disposing of Biohazardous Waste

  • Needles must be disposed of in sharps containers, not in red biohazard bags.
  • Red biohazard bags are designated for non-sharp, biohazardous waste like blood-soaked materials.

Proper Use of Sharps Containers

  • Sharps containers should only be used for items like needles and lancets.
  • Containers must never be filled beyond 3/4 full to prevent spillage and must be sealed properly for disposal.

Acupuncture Safety

  • All acupuncture needles must be single-use and sterile; reuse can lead to infection risks.
  • Contaminated garments must be removed immediately and properly disposed of.

Laundry and Contamination

  • Laundry contaminated with blood is to be handled minimally and placed in biohazard bags.

Infection Control Practices

  • Gloves should be worn when handling laundry or any potentially contaminated materials.
  • Proper cleaning protocols for surfaces and points prior to treatment include the use of 70% isopropyl alcohol.

Emergency Procedures

  • In the event of a blood spill, use gloves, absorb the spill with paper towels, and clean the area with a 10:1 bleach solution.
  • Any found needles must be picked up with care and disposed of in the nearest sharps container.

Health and Safety Education

  • Everyone, including students and staff, is responsible for following OSHA guidelines.
  • Continuous training is required to prevent accidents related to equipment use.

Important Reminders

  • No eating or drinking is allowed in treatment rooms to maintain hygiene.
  • Under no circumstances should interns recap injection needles.

Knowledge Check

  • Awareness of current health risks, such as HIV, HBV, and HCV, is crucial, particularly regarding needle stick exposures with specific risk factors.

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