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What does it mean that Standard Precautions are used for all residents?
- A.Treat blood and body fluids from everyone as possibly infectious
- B.Use precautions only after a laboratory test confirms infection
- C.Use precautions only for residents who look ill or feverish
- D.Use precautions only when a sign is posted on the door
Correct answer
A. Treat blood and body fluids from everyone as possibly infectious
Why
Because infections are not always known, blood and body fluids from every person are treated as potentially infectious. Waiting for tests, symptoms, or signs leaves staff and residents unprotected.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Infection Control: Standard Precautions · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-095).