Define It!
pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans
What is a bloodborne pathogen?
disease that causes inflammation of the liver, fatigue, abdominal pain, joint pain, jaundice
what are Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C?
an approach to infection control in which all blood and body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious
what are Universal Precautions?
first and most important step after having an exposure incident
what is washing the exposed area?
a specific eye, nose, mouth, or non-intact skin contact with blood or body fluids that resulted from the performance of an employee's duties
what is an exposure incident?
virus that attacks and weakens the immune system
what is HIV?
specialized clothing or equipment worn by employees to protect them from a hazard
what is PPE?
Cavicide Disinfectant
contaminated items that are capable of releasing blood or body fluids when handled
what is regulated medical waste?
when an individual has acquired an infection but exhibits no symptoms
what is asymptomatic?
devices and/or processes that isolate or remove BBP hazards from the workplace
what are engineering controls?
kit containing items to be used in the clean-up process of blood and body fluids
what is a biohazard spill kit?