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ESSENTIALS OF CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
visitors. The morbidity and mortality from infectious diseases and exposures can
be minimized through conscientious work practices and research.
Review Questions
1. What is the purpose of the Infection Control Committee and the Exposure
Control Committee?
2. What organisms are called “covered organisms” by the federal government
and why are they considered most important?
3. How are biohazardous wastes disposed of in a health care facility?
4. What should occur if a laboratory worker suffers an exposure to biohazardous
materials?
5. Who is responsible for treatment of an exposed worker?
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