Introduction Flashcards
What does the CDC do?
Identify new disease and educate on infections.
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What does OSHA do?
Regulate workplace safety.
What does SDS stand for?
Safety Data Sheet
What is an SDS?
List of all chemicals in the laboratory.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment.
Name four items that are considered PPE’s.
- Gloves
- Mask
- Shoe covers
- Gowns
What does a sharps container look like?
Red, leak proof
What should you fill the sharps container with?
Lancets, needles, and microscopic glass slides.
How full should you fill a sharps container?
1/3 of the container.
When should you create an incident report?
Needle stick injury (HIV/AIDS/Hep B)
What does CLSI stand for?
Clinical and laboratory standards Institute.
What does the CLSI do?
Regulate and accredit all laboratories.
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Information Portability and Accountability Act.
What does TJC stand for?
The Joint Commissions.