422 - Infection Control Flashcards
Body Substance Isolation (BSI) goes a step beyond _____________________.
Universal precautions
BSI is generally accomplished by ____________________ (gloves, gowns, face shields, etc.).
barrier techniques
____________________ are the most effective products for reducing the number of germs on the hands of healthcare providers.
alcohol based hand sanitizers
Situations in which _____________ of blood or other body fluids make contact with clothing/uniforms will warrant removal of clothing as soon as possible.
splashes
If clothing is _______________, immediate removal is required prior to leaving the scene.
saturated
Surfaces and equipment (stretchers, backboards, floors, walls, etc.) should be scrubbed with ______________ and rinsed with a 1:100 solution of household bleach and water.
hot, soapy water
Open the rear and side doors of the patient compartment to allow air exchange for a minimum of ______ minutes.
30
The principles associated with BSI consider all body substances to be ___________.
infectious
Areas involving public domain or thoroughfares that have been contaminated by blood or body fluids must be cleaned prior to leaving the scene, unless the scene is being processed by _____________.
Evidence Technicians
Doff PPE i the following order:
Gloves
Goggles
Gown
Mask
Biowaste shall be stored in the _____ of fire stations, away from public view.
bay area
When hands are not visibly dirty, _______________ hand sanitizers are the preferred method for cleaning your hands in the healthcare setting.
Alcohol-based
_________ are recommended for cleaning visibly dirty hands.
Soap and Water
IF equipment is to be washed at the fire station, it shall be done __________, unless the station has a designated contamination clean up area.
outside
Wash hands for a minimum ________________ in warm water.
20 seconds
