Author Question: Which agency sets standards for the disposal of infectious and hazardous waste in the OR setting? ... (Read 31 times)

panfilo · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which agency sets standards for the disposal of infectious and hazardous waste in the OR setting?

a. Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)
b. The Joint Commission (TJC)
c. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
d. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Question 2

Patients are protected from electrical current and burns by placing a Bovie pad or dispersive electrode.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Athena23 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (www.epa.gov) sets standards for the disposal of infectious and hazardous waste.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Proper connections from the dispersive electrode to the patient and the ESU unit are essential to prevent burns. The Bovie pad must be placed on the body where there is adequate surface contact with skin or body tissue.