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Preventing Infectious Diseases - Softcover

American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

 
9780763749903: Preventing Infectious Diseases

Synopsis

Over five million workers in health care related fields are at risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as the HIV virus and hepatitis B virus. Designed to meet the current OSHA training requirements, Preventing Infectious Diseases, Fifth Edition was designed to teach students how to prepare for potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, and even has supplemental information on airborne pathogens such as tuberculosis.

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Synopsis

Intended for blood bank employees and other health care workers, this slim training manual explains OSHA guidelines for minimizing exposure to bloodborne pathogens through a combination of universal precautions, work practice controls, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment. It also describes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

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