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Standard Precautions: Bloodborne Pathogens and Other Potentially Infectious Materials (PA) - KnowledgeQ

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These are the following precautions that must be taken during the blood borne Pathogens and Other Potentially Infectious Materials:

  • The area that are exposed with the pathogens must be washed with the water and soap. The exposure source must be notified to the lab assistant or supervisor.
  • The unprotected sex must be avoided to prevent the transmission of the pathogen from mother to the fetus.
  • The finger or the area must be rubbed with the alcohol and must be involved in the daily routine of the hand hygiene.
  • The individual should not eat or apply anything on the wounded area exposed with the pathogens.
  • Some blood borne pathogens are hepatitis B virus, bacteria and some pathogens as well.

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