Infection Control Flashcards
What shall apply regarding linen used for patient transport?
All such linen is considered potentially contaminated, and it is to be left at the medical facility receiving the patient.
Medical waste containers may be used for all items EXCEPT _____.
uncapped sharps
In the event of a suspected meningitis, measles, smallpox or chicken pox (varicella-zoster) patient, what cmasking recommendations apply?
The responder should wear an N-95 mask, and the patient should wear a
surgical mask at minimum.
The senior officer and senior medical authority at an incident scene shall ensure that all responders use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). May a responder decline to use part of or all required PPE?
Yes, if it is his/her professional judgment that in this specific incident the use of PPE is contraindicated.
What shall apply regarding the use of chlorine bleach in decontaminating stationwear and PPE?
Chlorine bleach will not be used to decontaminate any stationwear or PPE.
What bodily fluids is known to be infectious?
Breast milk
_____ is an infection of the fluid of the spinal cord and the fluid that surrounds the brain. High fever, headache, photophobia and stiff neck are common symptoms of the infection in anyone over two years of age.
Meningitis
According to the D.C. Fire and EMS Department Infection Control Program Policy and Procedures, sharps containers are to be sealed and taped shut when_____ full.
¾
According to the D.C. Fire and EMS Department Infection Control Program Policy and Procedures, what is the MOST important infection control procedure?
Hand washing
May members release medical information about a patient to family members on scene?
No, and inquiries should be directed to the Department public information officer.
In the event of a suspected meningitis, measles, small pox or chicken pox (varicella zoster) pt, a____mask should be placed on the responder and a ___ mask on the patient, at minimum.
N-95; surgical
