Standard Precautions and Infection Control

Standard precautions do NOT have to be used for contact with saliva or tears

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Steam under pressure, gas, and radiation can be used to sterilize objects

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Fingertips should be pointed downward while washing hands

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Every patient must be considered a potential source of infection

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Gloves can be washed between patients if the gloves have not been contaminated

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After use, needles must be capped and placed in a puncture resistant sharps container

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Gloves must be worn during any procedure that is likely to cause splashing of blood or other body fluids

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Standard precautions must be followed at all times by all health care workers

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An autoclave can use steam under pressure or gas to sterilize equipment and supplies

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If a sterile towel gets wet, it is contaminated and should not be used

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