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SAFETY AND QUALITY ASSESSMENT Flashcards

1
Q

Terminologies:

CDC

A

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Terminologies:

OSHA

A

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

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Terminologies:

PPE

A

Personal Protective Equipment

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Terminologies:

CLSI

A

Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute

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5
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Terminologies:

UP

A

Universal Precaution

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Terminologies:

BSI

A

Body Substance Isolation

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Terminologies:

NFPA

A

National Fire Protection Administration

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Safety Hazards:

Biologic Hazard (Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Infectious agent

Possible Injury:
Bacterial, Viral, Parasitic, Fungal, or Prion Infections

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Safety Hazards:

Sharps

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:

Needles, Lancets, Broken Glass

Possible Injury:
Cuts, Punctures. or Blood-borne pathogen exposure

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Safety Hazards:

Chemical

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Preservatives and Reagents

Possible Injury:
Exposure to toxic, carcinogenic or caustic agents

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Safety Hazards:

Radioactive

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Equipment and radioisotopes

Possible Injury:
Radiation exposure

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Safety Hazards:

Electrical

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Ungrounded or wet equipment; frayed cords

Possible Injury:
Burns or shock

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Safety Hazards:

Fire/Explosive

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Open flames, organic chemicals

Possible Injury:
Burns or dismemberment

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Safety Hazards:

Physical

(Source and Possible Injury)

A

Source:
Wet floors, Heavy boxes, patients

Injury:
Fall, Strain or Sprain

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15
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A continuous link on understanding how microorganisms are transmitted.

A

Chain of Infection

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16
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What are the six components of chain of infection

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  1. Infectious agent
  2. Reservoir
  3. Portal Exit
  4. Mode of Transmission
  5. Portal of Entry
  6. Susceptible Host
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17
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What are the three links of chain of infection?

A

Infectious Agent - Mode of Transmission - Susceptible Host

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18
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What are the modes of transmission? (5)

A
  1. Airborne/Aerosol
  2. Ingestion
  3. Direct Inoculation
  4. Mucous Membrane
  5. Athropods/Vector
19
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All biological waste must be placed in appropriate containers labeled with biohazard symbol, and must be sterilized or decontaminated before disposal EXCEPT?

20
Q

Ratio of sodium hypochlorite that is used for disinfection of the sink.

A

1:5 or 1:10

21
Q

Disinfection of the sink must be performed weekly. Sodium hypochloride is used as disinfection agent.

A. First statement is true, second statement is true.
B. First statement is false, second statement is true.
C. First statement is true, second statement is false.
D. First statement is false, second statement is false.

A

D. First statement is false, second statement is false.

Disinfection must be done DAILY.
Sodium HypochloriTe is used.

22
Q

How is 0.5% bleach solution is prepared?

A

1 part household bleach to 9 parts water. (1:10 dilution)

23
Q

0.5% bleach solution is stable for how long?

24
Q

0.5% bleach solution is active for 1 month if kept in a tight container and away from sunlight.

A. True
B. False

25
Q

Describe the following Specific Hazard

  1. OXY
  2. ACID
  3. ALK
  4. COR
  5. W with strikethrough
  6. Radiation Symbol
A
  1. Oxidizer
  2. Acid
  3. Alkali
  4. Corrosive
  5. Use no water
  6. Radiation
26
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Match the NFPA Hazardous Materials Classification:

a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. W

  1. Specific Hazard
  2. Fire Hazard
  3. Reactivity
  4. Health Hazard

A. Blue
B. White
C. Yellow
D. Red

A

1 - Yellow - Reactivity

2 - Red - Fire Hazard

3 - Blue - Health Hazard

W - White - Specific Hazard

27
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Describe levels of Reactivity from 0 to 4

A

0 - Stable
1 - Unstable if Heated
2 - Violent chemical change
3 - Shock and heat may deteriorate
4 - May deteriorate

28
Q

Describe flash points of fire hazard from 0 to 4

A

0 - Will not burn
1 - Above 200 F
2 - Below 200 F
3 - Below 100 F
4 - Below 75 F

29
Q

Describe levels of health hazard from 4 to 0

A

4 - Deadly
3 - Extreme Danger
2 - Hazardous
1 - Slightly Hazardous
0 - Normal Material

30
Q

Used when hands are not visibly contaminated

A

Alcohol-based cleansers

31
Q

Used when hands are visibly contaminated

A

Handwashing

32
Q

The most important step in handwashing

A

Rubbing/Applying Friction

33
Q

Father of Handwashing

A

Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis

34
Q

Describe types of fire: Extinguishing material and fire extinguisher

Class A

A

Material: Ordinary combustibles: Wood, paper, clothing/garments, plastic

Extinguisher: Water, Dry chemical, Steam

35
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Describe types of fire and Fire Extinguisher:

Class B

A

Materials: Flammable organic chemicals/ liquids: Gasoline, paints, oil

Extinguisher: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or halon

36
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Describe types of fire and Fire Extinguisher:

Class C

A

Material: Electrical equipment: Machines, motor, switches, plugs

Extinguisher: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or halon (best for computer devices)

37
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Describe types of fire and Fire Extinguisher:

Class D

A

Materials: Combustible metals: (Hg, Mg, Na, and Li)

Extinguisher: Sand or dry powder, Metal X, Dry chemicals for A, B, C

38
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Describe types of fire and Fire Extinguisher:

Class E

A

Material: Detonation or Arsenal Fire

Extinguisher: Allowed to burn out and nearby materials are protected

39
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Describe types of fire and Fire Extinguisher:

Class K

A

Material: Grease, oils, fats

Extinguisher: Liquid designed to prevent splashing and cool the fire.

40
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DIRECT INOCULATION: (4)

A
  1. Needlesticks
  2. Broken glass
  3. Animal bites
  4. Small scratches
41
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Ingestion: (6)

A
  1. Failures to wash hand
  2. Eating
  3. Drinking
  4. Smoking
  5. Applying cosmetics
  6. Pipetting with mouth
42
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In case or chemical soils, when skin contact occurs, the best aid is to flush the area with large amount or water for at least 5 mins then seek medical attention.

A. True
B. False

A

B. False.

Flush with water for 15 mins

43
Q

To operate fire Extinguisher:

A

→ Pull the pin
→ Aim at the base fire
→ Squeeze handles
→ Sweep nozzle side to side

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