Safety, Ethics & Infection Control Flashcards
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Which PPE item is considered the FIRST line of defense against contact transmission in a dermatology setting?
Answer: Gloves
Gloves are the primary barrier against contact transmission and must be worn when touching patients or potentially contaminated surfaces.
A patient discloses they are HIV-positive before a procedure. The dermatology tech should:
Answer: Apply standard precautions as with all patients
Standard precautions apply universally regardless of known infection status, and HIV disclosure does not require additional isolation measures.
The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) is enforced by which federal agency?
Answer: OSHA
OSHA enforces the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which mandates exposure control plans and protective measures for healthcare workers.
After accidental needlestick exposure, the FIRST action a dermatology tech should take is:
Answer: Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water
Immediate thorough washing with soap and water is the first priority to physically reduce pathogen load at the exposure site.
Which disinfectant level is required to process non-critical dermatology instruments that contact only intact skin?
Answer: Low-level disinfection
Non-critical items contacting only intact skin require only low-level disinfection because intact skin is an effective barrier against infection.
A patient asks the tech to skip the consent form because they've 'had this done before.' The appropriate response is:
Answer: Insist on signed informed consent regardless of history
Informed consent must be obtained for each separate procedure or visit; prior consent does not carry forward to new encounters.
Which practice BEST prevents cross-contamination when handling multi-dose vials in dermatology?
Answer: Using a new sterile needle and syringe each time a vial is accessed
A new sterile needle and syringe must be used each time a multi-dose vial is accessed to prevent contamination of the vial and cross-infection between patients.