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Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens

Author : American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS),

Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Page : 74 pages

File Size : 39,22 MB

Release : 2011-09-07

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1449668275

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Book Description

Over five million workers in health care related fields are at risk to exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as the HIV virus and hepatitis B virus. Designed to meet the current OSHA training requirements, Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition was designed to teach students how to prepare for potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The Sixth Edition also includes supplemental information on airborne pathogens, such as tuberculosis, and other unusual infectious diseases.



Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens

Author : National Safety Council

Publisher : McGraw-Hill Science, Engineering & Mathematics

Page : 68 pages

File Size : 44,95 MB

Release : 2004-07

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 9780073016740

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Book Description

This 58-page full-color manual is designed to complement the 2 to 2.5 hour National Safety Council Blood and Airborne Pathogen course. It focuses on teaching people how to protect themselves and others from blood and airborne pathogens and what to do if there is an exposure. Specific pathogens covered include Hepatitis viruses, HIV, and Tuberculosis. Also covered are OSHA standards and expectations, the concept of universal precautions and personal protective equipment. McGraw-Hill Public Safety Website



Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens

Author :

Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Page : 74 pages

File Size : 36,75 MB

Release : 2011-09

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1449609481

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Book Description

Over five million workers in health care related fields are at risk to exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as the HIV virus and hepatitis B virus. Designed to meet the current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training requirements, Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition is designed to teach students and employees how to prepare for potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition also includes supplemental information on airborne pathogens, such as tuberculosis, and other unusua







Biosafety in the Laboratory

Author : Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 237 pages

File Size : 18,59 MB

Release : 1989-01-01

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309039754

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Book Description

Biosafety in the Laboratory is a concise set of practical guidelines for handling and disposing of biohazardous material. The consensus of top experts in laboratory safety, this volume provides the information needed for immediate improvement of safety practices. It discusses high- and low-risk biological agents (including the highest-risk materials handled in labs today), presents the "seven basic rules of biosafety," addresses special issues such as the shipping of dangerous materials, covers waste disposal in detail, offers a checklist for administering laboratory safetyâ€"and more.



Pediatric First Aid for Caregivers and Teachers

Author :

Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Page : 517 pages

File Size : 47,96 MB

Release : 2013

Category : CPR (First aid)

ISBN : 144964189X

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Book Description

Caregivers and teachers need to know what to do when a child is injured or becomes suddenly ill. Most injuries that require first aid care are not life-threatening. However, first aid can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. This course is designed to give caregivers and teachers the education they need to effectively care for children.



Diversified Health Occupations

Author : Louise Simmers

Publisher :

Page : pages

File Size : 50,24 MB

Release : 2008-05-01

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9781435422117

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Book Description

The highly respected Diversified Health Occupations, now in its seventh edition, is the informational authority on careers in health care. Organized in two parts, the first section of the book presents foundational information required to enter a broad range of health professions. The second provides fundamental entry-level skills by specific careers, including medical assisting, dental assisting, and more. Carefully revised with new photos throughout, the seventh edition includes updated information on the Food Guide Pyramid, infection control information, standards for blood pressure that concur with AMA and AHA recommendations, and much more.





Bad Bug Book

Author : Mark Walderhaug

Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Page : 292 pages

File Size : 16,77 MB

Release : 2014-01-14

Category : Medical

ISBN : 9781495203619

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Book Description

The Bad Bug Book 2nd Edition, released in 2012, provides current information about the major known agents that cause foodborne illness.Each chapter in this book is about a pathogen—a bacterium, virus, or parasite—or a natural toxin that can contaminate food and cause illness. The book contains scientific and technical information about the major pathogens that cause these kinds of illnesses.A separate “consumer box” in each chapter provides non-technical information, in everyday language. The boxes describe plainly what can make you sick and, more important, how to prevent it.The information provided in this handbook is abbreviated and general in nature, and is intended for practical use. It is not intended to be a comprehensive scientific or clinical reference.The Bad Bug Book is published by the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.