How to Respond to Bloodborne Exposure Incidents: Best Practices and OSHA Guidelines
Dealing with bloodborne pathogen exposure incidents is critical to healthcare safety, as these pathogens can lead to serious health risks. Bloodborne pathogens, such as HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, are microorganisms present in human blood that can cause severe diseases if transmitted to individuals. As healthcare workers are at an increased risk due to their direct contact with patients and bodily fluids, it is essential for us to have transparent and efficient protocols in place to handle such incidents. This blog provides practical tips on managing exposure incidents and following appropriate post-exposure procedures in line with OSHA standards to [...]