Bloodborne Pathogens

Microorganisms in human blood are known as?

Microorganisms in human blood are known as? Bloodborne Pathogens

Name 3 Bloodborne Pathogens.

Name 3 bloodborne pathogens. Hep B Hep C HIV/AIDS Syphilis Malaria

True or False: There are vaccines available that protect against Hep A, B & C.

True or False: There are vaccines available that protect against Hep a, b, & c. False. Only Hep A & B. No Hep C vaccine.

Which virus is the most contagious, Hep B or HIV?

Which virus is the most contagious, Hep B or HIV? Hep B is 100 times more contagious than HIV.

Potentially infectious body Fluids include…..

Potentially infectious body fluids include…… Blood Saliva Breast Milk Any body fluid that visibly contains blood. Any body fluid you CANNOT identify.

How are bbp transmitted?

How are BBP transmitted? Mother to Baby Sexual contact Blood to Blood Abrasions Open Sores Cuts Sunburn or blisters Mucous membranes

Who is at risk of coming into contact with a BBP in your school?

Who is at risk of coming into contact with a bbp in your school? Everyone is potentially at risk.

Treating ALL blood as if it were infectious, and always placing a barrier between self and body fluids of others is called…..

Treating ALL blood as if it were infectious, and always placing a barrier between self and body fluids of others is called…… Universal Precautions

PPE stands for…..

PPE stands for….. Personal Protective Equipment

Give some examples of PPE.

Give some examples of PPE. Gloves Goggles Face Shields Aprons Mouth Piece for CPR

Aside from PPE, what is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself against BBP in the event of an exposure?

Aside from PPE, what is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself against BBP in the event of an exposure? Hand washing

When cleaning up blood or body fluids, a disinfectant made up of ___________ should be used.

When cleaning up blood or body fluids, a disinfectant made up of____________ should be used. 1 part Bleach to 10 parts Water.

How long should the disinfectant be allowed to set before it is wiped up?

How long should the disinfectant be allowed to set before it is wiped up? 10 minutes

Why follow these recommendations?

To protect YOURSELF! Remember Take advantage of vaccination programs. ALWAYS utilize Universal Precautions. Immediately report exposures to your Principal or Supervisor. Obtain medical follow-ups.

Greer County Health Department Amy Miller, RN BSN Greer County Health Department