Work Practice Control Flashcard 2
Rationale
C. Rationale: For materials contaminated with bloodborne pathogens, especially in the healthcare setting, it is recommended to use bleach diluted in water with a ratio of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water.
Question
You are handling the blood sample of a patient with a hepatitis B infection. Some of the patient’s blood spattered on the work table. Which of the following is recommended to clean the contaminated blood off the table?
a. Soap and water
b. Povidone-iodine solution
c. Bleach diluted with water
d. Store-bought disinfectant spray
Answer
c. Bleach diluted with water
Rationale
D. Rationale: For sharps or broken glass, first use a broom and dustpan to clean the debris off the floor. Use absorbent material to remove liquid waste. Next, use a disinfectant such as a bleach solution, and allow it to soak on the affected area for at least 10 minutes or for the duration specified by the chemical’s manufacturer. Finally, use a disposable absorbent material to clean it until dry.
Question
You have been handling a tissue sample but accidentally dropped the vial containing it. After donning PPE and ensuring others are safe, how do you decontaminate the area?
a. Wipe down the area with a cloth soaked in disinfectant, using thick rubber gloves to protect your hand.
b. Use a clean cloth with disinfectant to clean off the area, and throw the broken pieces of glass in the appropriate biohazard bin.
c. Block off the affected area with caution tape and call housekeeping to decontaminate the floor.
d. Use a broom and dustpan to remove the broken pieces of glass, disinfect the area with a bleach solution, and dry it with a disposable absorbent material.
Answer
d. Use a broom and dustpan to remove the broken pieces of glass, disinfect the area with a bleach solution, and dry it with a disposable absorbent material.
Rationale
B. Rationale: The blood-soaked rag should be placed in the appropriate biohazard container as defined by company policy
Question
You notice a blood-soaked rag in a trash can. After putting on gloves, you should:
a. Leave it where it is.
b. Remove the item and place it in a biohazard container.
c. Double bag the rag and send it to the laundry.
d. Wrap it in a plastic bag.
Answer
b. Remove the item and place it in a biohazard container.