How can you reduce the risk of disease transmission when caring for open bleeding wounds ?
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Option D: All of the above
Standard maritime infection control protocols mandate universal precautions. Preventing bloodborne pathogen transmission requires wearing physical barriers like medical gloves, avoiding direct contact, and performing rigorous hand hygiene immediately following exposure or care.
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Standard maritime infection control protocols mandate universal precautions. Preventing bloodborne pathogen transmission requires wearing physical barriers like medical gloves, avoiding direct contact, and performing rigorous hand hygiene immediately following exposure or care.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Elementary First Aid (REFA).
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