Asked by Garrett Hooker on Sep 28, 2024
The nurse is caring for a patient who has a bloodborne pathogen. The nurse splashes blood above the glove to intact skin while discontinuing an intravenous (IV) infusion. Which step(s) will the nurse take next?
A) Obtain an alcohol swab, remove the blood with an alcohol swab, and continue care.
B) Immediately wash the site with soap and running water, and seek guidance from the manager.
C) Do nothing; accidentally getting splashed with blood happens frequently and is part of the job.
D) Delay washing of the site until the nurse is finished providing care to the patient.
Bloodborne Pathogen
Microorganisms in human blood that can cause diseases, including viruses such as HIV and hepatitis.
Intact Skin
Skin that remains unbroken and healthy, effectively serving its function as a barrier against external harm.
Intravenous Infusion
The administration of liquid substances directly into a vein as a therapeutic treatment.
- Apply strategies to mitigate infection risk during patient care activities.
- Comprehend and implement fundamental safety measures and segregation techniques to inhibit infection transmission.
Learning Objectives
- Apply strategies to mitigate infection risk during patient care activities.
- Comprehend and implement fundamental safety measures and segregation techniques to inhibit infection transmission.