10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of Universal Precautions?
To treat all human blood and body fluids as if infected
Which of the following is included in the Key Elements of Standard Precautions?
Prevention of needle stick & injuries from sharp instruments
What type of precaution is used for patients known or suspected to be infected by epidemiologically important pathogens spread by airborne, droplet, or contact transmission?
Standard Precautions
When should gloves be used according to the PPE Working Condition?
When touching blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions, or contaminated items
What is the correct discard rule for sharps as mentioned in the text?
Discard if 2/3 full
What is the primary purpose of Standard Precautions in infection control?
To prevent the transmission of bloodborne and other pathogens from recognized and unrecognized sources to susceptible hosts
What distinguishes Standard Precautions from Transmission-based Precautions?
Standard Precautions apply to all patients, while Transmission-based Precautions only apply to hospitalized patients
What led to the introduction of Universal Precautions in 1985?
Increased risk of transmission of HIV and other bloodborne pathogens
What is the key feature that Standard Precautions combine from Universal Precautions and Body Substance Isolation Precautions?
Reducing the risk of transmission of all moist body fluids
What is the ultimate result of Hospital Infection according to the provided text?
Microbial source + Transmission + Susceptible host = Infection
Learn about standard precautions, previously known as universal precautions, and how they reduce the risk of pathogen transmission in healthcare settings. Understand the factors contributing to hospital infections and the basic level of infection control precaution.
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