Principles of Embalming 1 exam fully solved & updated(download to pass)

An HIV infected body can be embalmed quite safely if: Universal Precautions are utilized An agent, usually chemical, applied either to inanimate objects or surfaces or to living tissue for the purpose of destroying disease-causing microbial agents, but usually not bacterial spores Germicide Who was responsible for creating the Funeral Rule? Federal Trade Commission If OSHA does not have a regulation covering a particular hazard: The employer must still take steps to keep the employees safe under the general duty clause Since preparation room instruments are only used on dead bodies, there is no need to be too concerned about it thorough cleaning or decontamination. True/False False PEL for the STEL is 0.2ppm True/False False Areas to be treated with a topical disinfectant should ideally be _______ first with a good antiseptic soap to remove as much contaminated organic matter as possible. Cleaned OSHA is under the Federal Department of: Labor Destructive to bacteria Bactericidal Periodic testing of employees (because of airborne concentrations of formaldehyde above the action level for the TWA or above the PEL for the STEL) means that employers must retest the work area at least every six months if over the action level and every 12 months if over the STEL - True/False True A good topical disinfectant used in a funeral home preparation room, should have certain qualities. What would NOT be one of those qualities Has a short shelf life but can be used well beyond the expiration date OSHA is under the Federal Department of Health and Welfare - True/False False Freedom from infection and from any form of life: Asepsis Removal of infectious agents by scrubbing and washing, as with hot water, soap or a suitable detergent: Cleaning If an employee initially refuses the hepatitis vaccination and then changes their mind: They may receive the vaccination at no cost Topical Disinfectants are used for: Disinfection of the surface of the body or object SDS is the acronym for: Safety Data Sheet To protect against blood borne pathogen contamination, the employer should use: PPE A copy of the regulatory text for the Bloodborne Pathogens Rule must be readily available and accessible to employees at all times. True/False True A quick drench shower must be provided if: Exposure to formaldehyde is presen