This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following is the most important to prevent the spread of infection? a. Wearing a ... (Read 99 times)

saraeharris

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
on: Jun 25, 2018
Which of the following is the most important to prevent the spread of infection?
 
  a. Wearing a buttoned, clean cotton laboratory coat at all times in the laboratory
  b. Using antiseptic cleaner to wash the countertops after completion of work
  c. Double gloving when performing procedures that have a high likelihood of blood splashing
  d. Washing hands vigorously with germicidal soap and water when visible contamination exists, after removing gloves, and before leaving the laboratory

Question 2

The preanalytic phase of clinical laboratory testing includes all of the following except:
 
  a. Reporting of laboratory testing results
  b. Verifying correct patient identification
  c. Immediate mixing blood in tubes containing additives
  d. Correct entry of patient name and test (or tests) ordered in laboratory information system


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Brenm

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 359
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Washing hands using the proper technique best prevents the spread of infection. Other practices listed are also important to follow to contain contamination from (potentially) infectious specimens.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The preanalytic phase of testing begins with initiation of the test order and includes all the steps until the specimen is tested. Reporting of test results is part of the postanalytic phase of testing.


saraeharris

  • Member
  • Posts: 546
Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM

Bigfoot1984

  • Member
  • Posts: 321
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Many medications that are used to treat infertility are injected subcutaneously. This is easy to do using the anterior abdomen as the site of injection but avoiding the area directly around the belly button.

Did you know?

The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.

Did you know?

It is widely believed that giving a daily oral dose of aspirin to heart attack patients improves their chances of survival because the aspirin blocks the formation of new blood clots.

Did you know?

Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.

Did you know?

Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.

Spread of Infection Spread of Infection
Focus on older adults - risk for infection Focus on older adults - risk for infection
The continents were not always in their present positions. The position of the continents is importa The continents were not always in their present positions. The position of the continents is importa
Important Concepts in Clinical Massage Therapy Important Concepts in Clinical Massage Therapy
Access to clean drinking water is just as important as adequate nutrition for human health Access to clean drinking water is just as important as adequate nutrition for human health
Flexible exchange rates are supposed to prevent long-term trade deficits. Flexible exchange rates are supposed to prevent long-term trade deficits.
Video: Red alga life cycle Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library