CLINICAL PHLEBOTOMY CH2
SMARTBOOK
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Which of the following is NOT responsible for regulating the handling and disposal of
biohazardous waste? - -local regulatory committee
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How often must healthcare facilities provide training on preventing exposure to
bloodborne pathogens? - -annually
Healthcare facilities are required to have a protocol to follow in the event that an
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employee is exposed to bloodborne pathogens. What is the name of the required
protocol? - -exposure control plan
a(n) _____ injury is a percutaneous (through the skin) piercing wound that is caused
by the point of a needle. Injuries caused by other sharp instruments or objects, such
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as lancets, blades, or glass slides, are also included in this category. -
-needlestick
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The federal body responsible for preventing and minimizing employee injuries and
exposure to harmful agents is which of the following? - -OSHA
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Which of the following is true regarding regulation of handling and disposal of
biohazardous waste? - -State regulations often exceed federal requirements
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard training includes _____ - ✅✅-- universal
precautions
- use of PPE
- exposure procedures
- best practices for disposal of biohazardous waste
Which of the following are considered engineering controls? - ✅✅-- one-handed
needle covering devices
- needleless equipment
- retractable needles
What does the abbreviation OPIM stand for? - ✅✅-other potentially infectious
materials
Examples of exposure hazard drugs include _____ - ✅✅-- cancer drugs
- antiviral drugs
, Which type of injury is a percutaneous (through the skin) piercing wound that is
caused by the point of a needle, and may be caused by other sharp instruments or
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objects, such as lancets, blades, or glass slides, are also included in this category? -
-needlestick
What does OSHA stand for? - ✅✅-Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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a physical _____ is defined as any nonbiological object that may cause injury or
illness to healthcare employees. - -hazard
What can result in a physical hazard? - ✅✅-- using improper ergonomics
- lack of commonsense practices
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A biohazard waste container should be discarded when it becomes ______ -
-2/3s to 3/4s full
What is the purpose of the NIOSH Alert? - ✅✅-To protect healthcare workers from
hazardous drugs
What health risks does long hair pose when performing phlebotomy? - ✅✅-- may
add risk of infection transfer
- may become contaminated
- may be an obstacle
Relating to cleaning up hazardous spills, _____ - ✅✅-- clean up biohazardous
spills immediately
- always use appropriate PPE
- never allow hazardous substances to come in contact with your skin
What should be used when handling heated or cooled specimens? - ✅✅-- hot mitts
- thermal gloves
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Physical hazards in the healthcare setting are any _____ objects that may cause
injury or illness to healthcare employees, patients, or visitors. - -nonbiological
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While working on the computer, good ergonomic practices include adjusting _____ -
-- the angle of the screen
- the position of your wrist
- the height of the chair
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