Which three viruses are most commonly the focus of occupational bloodborne pathogen protection in a medical office?
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Medical Office Assistant · Clinical Office Practice and Patient Safety
Exposure Reporting and Environmental Safety
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What is the main purpose of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard?
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An Exposure Control Plan is best described as which of the following?
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Under universal precautions, how should a medical office assistant treat all human blood and certain body fluids?
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Standard precautions in infection control apply to which patients?
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- Report bloodborne and body fluid exposures promptly through the proper channels, including immediate first aid and escalation.
- Document exposure incidents accurately and objectively using the appropriate forms and logs while maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintain environmental safety by cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, managing spills, and segregating sharps and regulated waste correctly.
- Apply standard and universal precautions, including hand hygiene and personal protective equipment, to reduce exposure risk.
- Recognize the assistant's role in safety and escalation, leaving clinical and treatment decisions to licensed professionals.
Sources & references
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration — Bloodborne Pathogens
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — Infection Control
- World Health Organization — Infection Prevention and Control
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