American Medical Compliance

OCTOBER 3, 2024

These protocols include proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and handling of contaminated materials. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) OSHA regulations mandate the use of PPE to protect dental personnel from occupational hazards. This can be achieved by maintaining a centralized document repository.

PPE 105

PPE Hazardous Materials Documentation/Coding Operations 105

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

These protocols entail the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe handling of sharps, and comprehensive training. Assessments should include hand hygiene, PPE usage, and contaminated material handling procedures. OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard mandates protocols for minimizing exposure incidents.

Best Practices 105

Best Practices PPE Infectious Diseases Documentation/Coding 105

American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 25, 2024

The CDC’s FluSurv-NET system, a sentinel network of healthcare facilities, documented over 104,000 flu-related hospitalizations across 13 states during past flu seasons. Among the various PPE items, the N95 respirator mask stands out as a crucial tool in preventing the spread of airborne pathogens.

Infectious Diseases 111

Infectious Diseases PPE CDC Documentation/Coding 111

Mind The Bleep

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid secondary contamination. Provide detailed documentation of the initial assessment, treatment provided, and the patient’s response to interventions. An MDT approach between the emergency team, anaesthetists/intensivists and burns surgeons may be required if available.

Burns 52

Burns Fluid Resuscitation PPE Resuscitation 52

EMDocs

MAY 26, 2023

and don PPE (ie gloves, gowns and face-masks, Kevlar sleeves) Calmly explain to the patient that restraints are being applied to ensure the safety of the patient and others. Allocate roles and state plan of action in an initial huddle.

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Pediatrics Emergency Department Psychiatric Documentation/Coding 98

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 12, 2025

Providers will learn about the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, PPE requirements, Respiratory Protection Standard, and TB compliance directive. CDC has documented rare cases of patients contracting HIV in healthcare settings from infected donor tissue. However, proper sterilization and disinfection procedures are required.

Infectious Diseases 52

Infectious Diseases PPE CDC Documentation/Coding 52

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 3, 2025

Provide PPE like gloves, gowns, and face shields to all at-risk staff. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare workers account for nearly 75% of all workplace violence-related injuries. Maintain a written Exposure Control Plan and update it regularly. Ensure proper use and disposal of sharps in designated containers.

PPE 103

PPE Legal Issues Head Injuries Burns 103