Define
Define exposure.
Exposure = blood or other potentially infectious material entering the body or contacting a route that could allow infection.
Define airborne.
Spread of disease through tiny particles that remain suspended in the air and are inhaled.
An absence seizure.
A brief seizure that causes a temporary loss of awareness or responsiveness, often appearing as staring, without full-body convulsions.
Usually lasts a few seconds. Person may appear to stare blankly. Often no postictal period (returns quickly to normal). Commonly seen in children
What is the first thing you should do after removing your gloves that had been exposed to blood.
Gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene—wash with soap and water.
Define generalized seizure.
A seizure that involves both sides of the brain from the beginning, causing widespread effects such as changes in consciousness, movement, sensation, or behavior.
Define simple seizure.
A seizure that begins in one area of the brain and does not cause a loss of awareness or consciousness.
May include: