Sudden Death Hygiene Requirements Flashcards

1
Q

What items are supplied in the police protective clothing pack?

A
Non-woven isolation gown
med-x surgical mask
polythene apron
polythene overboot
circular cap
surgical gloves
waterproof bag
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How can you protect yourself from contracting an infectious disease?

A

Wear PPE clothing as issued, if this isn’t practical in the circumstances, was any exposed skin with an anti-viral solution or hot soapy water.

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How are infectious diseases transmitted?

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AIDS:
Sexual contact
Sharing hypodermic needles
Receiving AIDS infected blood or blood products
Infected mother transmitting it to her unborn baby.

HEPATITIS B:
Close physical contact with a carrier, through exposure to infected bodily fluids such as waste, blood and saliva.

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