Precautions have been developed by OSHA and the CDC to help prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases. It is essential that all healthcare professionals working in long term care be aware of and abide by these precautions. This third course in the five part series on Infection Control in Long Term Care is designed to introduce and discuss these infection control policies.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
~ Describe OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
~ Describe the CDC's Standard Precautions.
~ Explain the elements of the CDC's Transmission-based Precautions.
~ Describe the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act.
~ Implement infection prevention practice strategies, including handling sharps, linen and trash, contaminated spills, and addressing lab issues.
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