Chapter 2 Flashcards
What are policies?
Rules to follow
What are procedures?
Process for adhering to “rules”.
Specific policies and procedures relating to risk management involve:
Security
Fire/Electrical/Equipment Safety
Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
The housekeeping policies and procedures for team custodians involve:
General Cleaning
Trash emptied
Floors swept and mopped
Windows cleaned
The housekeeping policies and procedures for Athletic Trainers include:
Preventing disease spread
Disinfecting equipment, tables, sinks
Washing towels
To comply with OSHA regulations an exposure control plan is needed. This plan ensures that all exposures are:
Documented and reported
Training to follow standard precautions
Personal protective equipment
Biohazard bags and sharps containers
Hep-B vaccine
These are all:
OSHA regulations to protect staff from blood-borne pathogens
What is a Sharps container for?
Scalpel blades, razors, syringes, and needles
The OSHA approved container for needles and razors is a:
Sharps Container
A red, labeled bag is placed in a foot operated waste basket for all:
Biohazard waste
To clean a large biohazard spill, you should first begin by following:
Standard precautions
What should be used to disinfect an area after a biohazard spill?
10% bleach solution
An emergency action plan includes planning access to:
Emergency personnel
Emergency telephones
Transportation
Record keeping should be____ as it is a major responsibility.
Accurate
Up to date
Hard copy vs. electronic
HIPAA prevents the unauthorized release of:
Medical records