Which of the following is an OSHA guideline for disposal of medical waste material?
A. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container.
B. Dispose of sharp objects in a glass container.
C. Do not flush any chemicals down the drain.
D. Do not incinerate medical wastes.
E. Licensed medical waste handlers are not necessary for medical offices.
A. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container.
OSHA requires medical offices to dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container. Sharps should be disposed of in a leak-proof container. Some chemicals may be washed down the drain with large quantities of water. Medical waste may be incinerated by appropriate licensed medical waste handlers.
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Which of the following patients with difficulty breathing should NOT receive supplemental oxygen?
A) An infant whose eyes may be damaged by excessive oxygen administration B) A patient with a chronic lung disease who may have a hypoxic drive C) A patient whose oxygen saturation level is 100% on room air D) None of these patients should have oxygen withheld.
Bacteria that grow best in the presence of oxygen are referred to as ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).