Lab Exam

Question 1

The area should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.
Detergents or abrasive materials must not be used
and care must be taken not to damage the skin.

a. Decontamination of skin
b. Decontamination of cuts/eyes
c. Decontamination of clothing
d. Decontamination of work surfaces

Answer 1

a. Decontamination of skin

Question 2

These should be irrigated with water, taking care to prevent spread of contamination from one area to another.

a. Decontamination of skin
b. Decontamination of cuts/eyes
c. Decontamination of clothing
d. Decontamination of work surfaces

Answer 2

b. Decontamination of cuts/eyes

Question 3

Contaminated garments should be removed immediately and placed in a container. They should not be removed from the spill location until contamination has been monitored.

a. Decontamination of skin
b. Decontamination of cuts/eyes
c. Decontamination of clothing
d. Decontamination of work surfaces

Answer 3

c. Decontamination of clothing

Question 4

The total spillage area including the broken container should be flooded with disinfectant and left undisturbed for 10 minutes prior to mopping with cotton wool or absorbent paper. Disposable gloves, apron and goggles should be worn. If a dustpan and brush or forceps have been

a. Decontamination of skin
b. Decontamination of cuts/eyes
c. Decontamination of clothing
d. Decontamination of work surfaces

Answer 4

d. Decontamination of work surfaces

Question 5

Federal agency charged with the enforcement of safety and health legislation.

a. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
c. The Joint Commission
d. College of American Pathologists

Answer 5

a. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Question 6

Federal agency that publishes numerous safety standards

a. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
c. The Joint Commission
d. College of American Pathologists

Answer 6

b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Question 7

Issues standards and grants accreditation to improve the safety and quality of care provided to the public through inspections of healthcare facilities.

a. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
c. The Joint Commission
d. College of American Pathologists

Answer 7

c. The Joint Commission