Explanation should include the roles of the following in the control of bloodborne pathogens:
- OSHA regulations/guidelines
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regulations/guidelines
- PPE
- Regulations for hand washing and the proper disposal methods for sharps
- Types of information required in exposure-control plans
- Importance of both staff and patient protection from bloodborne pathogens
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are bloodborne pathogens?
- What precautions and control measures can help reduce the spread of HIV and hepatitis B and C in the perioperative setting?
- What are the roles of OSHA and the CDC in bloodborne pathogen exposure control?