Venipuncture Legality Flashcards
1
Q
Why did OSHA put in place the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) Standard?
A
Because healthcare employees face health risk as a result of occupational exposure to blood, body fluids and tissues.
2
Q
What do the standards outline?
A
Engineering and work practice controls to help minimize exposure
3
Q
What areas of the BBP were revised to conform to the needlestick safety and prevention act?
A
- Updating exposure control plan
- Employee input selecting engineering & work practice controls
- Changing definitions relating to engineering controls (sharps, disposal containers, self-sheathing, needles, needleless systems.
- Record keeping requirements
4
Q
What should sharps injury log contain?
A
- Type and brand of device and incident
- Location where incident happened
- Description of incident
5
Q
What is considered informed consent?
A
Patient knowing the risks, expected outcomes and alternatives
6
Q
What’s the key concept of HIPAA?
A
- All patients have a right to privacy and all information is privileged. Discuss only with who needs to know
- Must receive a signed consent form to release medical info.
7
Q
What are the 4 elements of negligence?
A
- Duty: Duty of Care
- Derelict: Breach of Duty
- Direct Cause: Injury as a result of breach of duty
- Damage: Wrongful activity must have caused injury of harm
8
Q
How should the sharps container be made?
A
- Leak & puncture proof
- Easy identifiably full
- Have biohazard symbol
- Stable to prevent slipping during use
