In one of the largest studies of its kind, researchers assessed the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens among nonhospital based registered nurses, and found that nearly one out of 10 of the more ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Background: Syringe reuse and other unsafe injection practices can expose patients to bloodborne pathogens (eg, hepatitis B and C viruses and ...

Researchers conducted a statewide survey of all patients on breathing machines in hospitals and long-term care facilities and found that a significant percentage of them harbored two pathogens known ...

Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning chemicals are likely to be found throughout the facility. It is important to know the particular brands and styles that are being used to verify that proper ...

In over 20 years as a safety professional, many scenarios have presented persistent and preventable risks. One of the most concerning is exposure to bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) in healthcare settings.

BOSTON — Failure to change or remove contaminated gloves could contribute to the spread of several health care-associated infections and could especially impact the spread of Acinetobacter baumannii ...

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For years, public-health experts have been sounding the alarm about the next phase in humanity's co-existence with bacteria - a dark future where emerging strains have rendered once-powerful ...

CHICOPEE - The Parks and Recreation Department is offering a certification class in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, bloodborne pathogens and the use of an automated external defibrillator.