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Bloodborne Pathogens (OSHA 29CFR ) Written Exposure Control Plan Exposure Determination PPE Post-Exposure Evaluation Vaccination Protocol Training
Definitions Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Incident Source Individual Non-Intact Skin Standard Precautions Use of PPE
Bloodborne Pathogens Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Liver Disease » 300,00 new cases each year » No known cure, post-exposure vaccine » Symptoms Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Newest BBP » How many will be infected? » Symptoms » AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) » No cure, no vaccine
How Are HIV and HBV Transmitted? Unprotected Sexual Activities Tainted Blood Transfusions Sharing of Needles Mother to Child Improper Medical/Dental Precautions
Standard Precautions Treat ALL body fluids as contaminated. Wear proper PPE. Wash hands thoroughly and immediately. Prevent injuries from sharp objects. Use proper containers for disposal. Utilize barriers for mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Hand Washing
What Happens If...? Report incident to your Supervisor Post-Exposure Evaluation Source of exposure Test results of source individual’s blood Testing of your blood Vaccination program Counseling