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PC Universal Prec
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Question | Answer |
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T or F Exam gloves used during rx, w/o any unusual incidents, can be used on another pt. | false |
definition of universal precautions | control measure taken w/ pts who are KNOWN to be infected w/ blood borne pathogen |
A HIV + PTA cannot... | participate in sharp debridement |
regarding individuals infected with HBV | 1/3 have no symptoms/ 1/3 have mild flu like symp/ 1/3 develop acute hep w/ symp (including jaundice)/6-10% chronic & carriers /2%die |
1st step in cleaning up an unknown spill: | put on exam gloves |
T or F The use of an eyeshield during wound care rx is inappropriate. | false |
after an exposure incident to blood (ie cut with scalpel during woundcare)... | complete incident report/wash area immediately/ confidential prophylactic rx & testing by employee health |
if you are exposed to HIV+ blood, what is the prophylactic rx of choice? | AZT |
what mode of transmission has accounted for most documented cases of occupational transmission: | puncture wound |
T or F You may have to wear exam gloves during all pt care when you have an open sore on your hand. | true |
Lyme's disease from a tick bite is ____ transmission | vector |
from contaminated packaged food is ____ transmission | vehicle |
touching the source is ____ transmission | direct contact |
touching contaminated walker is ____ transmission | indirect |
2 most important components of handwashing | friction, time |
T or F Gloves & gowns used for infection control are used only one time. | true |
your pt is on droplet isolation, you should wear a mask if you are going to be ____ ft (distance) or closer | 3 |
a _____ infection is one acquired by the pt while receiving care in a hospital. | nosacomial |