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What two pieces of lead-lined protective gear must be worn during x-ray exposure procedures?
Lead Apron and Lead Gloves.
Which piece of safety gear helps prevent veterinary workers from suffering back injuries when lifting heavy objects or large animals?
A Back Brace.
What is the specific term used in veterinary medicine for discarded needles and scalpels?
Sharps
Name three distinct types of animal-related physical injuries a veterinary worker might face.
Bites, scratches, and kicks (or kicking injuries).
Sarcoptic mange and Toxoplasmosis fall under which category of zoonotic hazards?
Parasites
Why is understanding proper handling and restraint methods essential for veterinary technicians?
Knowing these methods drastically reduces animal-related injuries in the workspace.
Give an example of organic matter that must be physically removed during the cleaning process.
Any of the following: feces, blood, or hair.
Betadine and iodine fall under which specific chemical classification?
Iodine and Iodophors.
List three distinct types of chemical classifications commonly used for facility sanitation.
Any three: Alcohols, Aldehydes, Chlorine, Iodine/Iodophors, or Quaternary ammonias.
What protective equipment must be worn when performing liquid oxygen withdrawal to protect against severe frostbite?
Face shield and gloves.
What are the three main properties of hazardous chemicals that must be labeled under the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)?
Flammable, Corrosive, and Poisonous.
Explain the main difference between a disinfectant and an antiseptic.
Disinfectants are used to destroy microorganisms on nonliving objects, while antiseptics are safe to use on living tissue.
List two bacterial zoonotic diseases that pose a risk to veterinary staff.
Any two: Cat Scratch Fever, Leptospirosis, Salmonellosis, Brucellosis, Anthrax, or Tuberculosis.
According to the warning label for liquid oxygen, what can happen if a combustible material comes into contact with it?
It may explode on ignition or impact.
Describe the process of cold sterilization.
Soaking medical instruments/items in a liquid disinfectant chemical until they are ready to be used.
Identify the type of information found in Section 1 of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Manufacturer Information
List three examples of chemical hazards commonly used in a veterinary hospital
Any three: Cleaning agents, insecticides, or anesthetic gases (or general hazardous chemical exposures).
What does HCS stand for, and what requirements does it place on employers handling chemicals?
Hazard Communication Standard; it requires employers to properly label dangerous chemicals and provide a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
How does ultrasonic cleaning remove debris from an object
It passes high-frequency sound waves through a solution to create vibrations that physically scrub debris off the object.
What does the abbreviation OSHA stand for, and what is its primary purpose?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration; its purpose is to monitor employee safety and protect workers from workplace injuries.