Microbiology
Bacteria is categorized by
SHAPE
a host who is unaware of the presence of the pathogen
carrier
Visuals used to identify Hazard class (required)
Pictograms
the withdrawl of blood from a vein
Phlebotomy
Two Types of Laboratory
Reference Lab and POL
these are normally found on the skin or within the body
Norma Flora
in which an abnormality or a malfunction in routine body processes has caused normal microorganisms to become pathogenic
Endogenous Infection
this act prevents discrimination based solely on a persons physical or mental disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
RBC WBC PLATELETS
Formed elements
Testing of blood to identify problems with count, size or numbers of blood cells
Hematology
the most common blood borne hazard healthcare workers face
Hep B
this clause (not santa) requires an employer to maintain a workplace free from hazards that may be harmful or cause death
General Duty Clause
An X-ray Machine can cause this
Electrical Fire
these are loaded with a lancet
Automatic Puncture Device
Measurement of Light Intensity
parasitic infestation caused by ingesting its eggs or immature form
Parasitic Worms
ECP
Exposure Control Plan
The medical office is divided into these sections
Front Office and Back office
permeant or temporary loss of sensory in the venipuncture site
Nerve Injury
A specialized slide calibrated to the exact measurements needed to count blood and sperm under a microscope
Hemocytometer
single-celled
mostly asexual
example: Amebic Dysentery
Protozoans
Transmission (not in your car) of organisms that can travel in the air but is not airborne
Droplets
GHS
Globally Harmonized System of Classifications and Labeling of Chemical
Contains WBC and PLATELETS (centrifuge process)
Buffy Coat
Saliva Test ex: Alcohol in saliva
CLIA waived test