This course defines bloodborne pathogens and describes common methods of transmission. It also provides details related to exposure risks, exposure prevention, and steps to take in the event of exposure to blood or potentially infected material. Hepatitis B, HIV, proper hygiene, and waste disposal are also discussed.
Topics Covered in This Course:

What bloodborne pathogens are
Common methods [...]

Bloodborne Pathogens for Healthcare Summit’s attention-grabbing program was filmed on-site, using real footage within the healthcare industry to accurately expose the possible hazards that may occur in the work environment. This program addresses that personnel within the industry should utilize “Standard Precautions,” a combination of Universal Precautions and Body Substance Isolation. This means that all [...]

Virtually, everyone has the potential of being exposed to highly contagious and dangerous viruses called Bloodborne Pathogens. Bloodborne Pathogens are infectious diseases that contaminate human blood, which can result in severe illness and possibility death.