Safety and Compliance Flashcards
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When disposing of a used lancet, which container should be used?
Answer: Puncture-resistant sharps container
Used lancets are sharps and must be disposed of in a puncture-resistant, labeled sharps container to prevent injury.
A phlebotomist notices a sharps container is three-quarters full. What should be done?
Answer: Replace the container with a new one immediately
Sharps containers should be replaced when they are three-quarters (75%) full to prevent overfilling and injury risk.
Which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is REQUIRED when performing a routine venipuncture on a standard patient?
Answer: Gloves only
Standard precautions require gloves for all venipunctures; additional PPE is added based on anticipated splash risk.
What does SDS stand for in laboratory safety?
Answer: Safety Data Sheet
SDS stands for Safety Data Sheet, which provides information on hazardous chemicals including handling, storage, and emergency measures.
An irate patient grabs a phlebotomist's arm during a blood draw. This is an example of which type of workplace hazard?
Answer: Psychosocial/workplace violence hazard
Physical assault or threatening behavior from patients falls under workplace violence, classified as a psychosocial hazard.
What is the correct order for donning (putting on) PPE?
Answer: Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves
The CDC-recommended donning order is gown first, then mask, then eye protection, and finally gloves.
Which label color indicates a biohazardous specimen bag?
Answer: Orange with black biohazard symbol
Biohazard bags are orange or orange-red and must display the universal biohazard symbol in black.