Respiratory Hygiene/Cough Etiquette:
Respiratory Hygiene/Cough Etiquette: ( 5 Questions)
What is the appropriate method for disposing of used masks or tissues contaminated with respiratory secretions?
Placing them in a regular waste bin increases the risk of contamination and potential spread of infections.a
Flushing them down the toilet can cause plumbing issues and is not an appropriate method of disposal.
Used masks or tissues contaminated with respiratory secretions should be disposed of in a biohazard container to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious agents.
Leaving them on a clean surface for someone else to handle is unhygienic and may lead to cross-contamination.
Used masks or tissues contaminated with respiratory secretions should be disposed of in a biohazard container to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious agents.
Incorrect choices: a. Placing them in a regular waste bin increases the risk of contamination and potential spread of infections.
b. Flushing them down the toilet can cause plumbing issues and is not an appropriate method of disposal.
d. Leaving them on a clean surface for someone else to handle is unhygienic and may lead to cross-contamination.