8.3 Introduction of Epidemiologic Principles

Question 1

Federal Resources

Answer 1

• World health organization (WHO)
• CDC
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Has mandatory regulations and guidelines
• Hospital/facility infection control specialist and facility policies

Question 2

Vaccines recommended for HCP

Answer 2

• Hep B
• Influenza
• MMR
• Varicella
• Tdap
• Meningococcal (those exposed to meningitidis should get one dose)
• TB Surveillance