Differentiate between Standard Precautions and transmission-based precautions.

Differentiation should include OSHA standards such as

  • Standard Precautions
    • sharps containers and red bags
    • exposure control plans and reporting
    • disposal of biohazardous materials
  • CDC transmission-based precautions
    • contact precautions
    • droplet
    • airborne
    • enteric.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are PPE items? What are their protective values?
  • What are some factors that could cause harm even when using PPE?
  • What is the difference between a recommendation and a regulation?
  • What are the roles of the CDC and OSHA?