1.Personnel at the awareness level work in a(n) __________ tactical mode. (1 point) D. Non-interventional 2. A non-living substance produced by living plants and animals that may be used as a biological agent is called: (1 point) C. Toxin 3.Any terrorist device that may contain biological agents, nuclear material, incendiaries, chemical agents and compounds, or explosives is known as a: (1 point) B. Weapon of mass destruction 4. The early symptoms of anthrax exposure are: (1 point) A. Flu-like chills, fever, nausea, and swelling of lymph nodes 5.When applying the RAIN principle to biological agents, what does the “A” stand for?
Control of exposure to hazardous to health act 1999 explains the responsibilities involve handling hazardous substances such as reduce using hazardous substances or using less hazardous substances and reducing exposure level as much as possible. So, it is very important for us to follow health and safety policies and procedures to eradicate risks from workplace and maintain safe working environment. 1.2 compare the differences in the main health and safety responsibilities
There are special forms which must be completed when diseases occur. There are 28 categories of reportable diseases including poisoning, and skin and lung diseases. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) – Are regulations which have been set up to protect workers from the health risks which arise from exposure to hazardous substances at work. These regulations relate to controlling substances such as soldering fumes, sawdust, flour and grain dust and biological agents, all of which can give rise to disease. To comply with COSHH employers need to ensure that they: * Carry out risk assessments * Set up and maintain a framework of precautions * Monitor exposure and carry out regular disease surveillance * Have plans of action in place in the event of an accident or emergency * Ensure that all staff supervised and trained in the use of hazardous substances
SS12 NUR329 PUBLIC HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CHRONIC AND COMPLEX NURSING 20, 2013 11:14:14 PM Public Page Jan Page 1. SS12 NUR329 PUBLIC HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CHRONIC AND COMPLEX NURSING 20, 2013 11:14:14 PM PLANNING AND EVALUATION Jan Page 2. SS12 NUR329 PUBLIC HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CHRONIC AND COMPLEX NURSING 20, 2013 11:14:14 PM OBJECTIVES Jan Page 3. SS12 NUR329 PUBLIC HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CHRONIC AND COMPLEX NURSING 20, 2013 11:14:14 PM PLANNING AND EVALUATION IN PUBLIC HEALTH Jan Page 4. SS12 NUR329 PUBLIC HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CHRONIC AND COMPLEX NURSING 20, 2013 11:14:14 PM PLANNING AND EVALUATION IN PUBLIC HEALTH (Cont?
diseases and climate) + vulnerability (Human feature e.g. healthcare services.) – Management (human feature) (http://www.biomedcentral.com) The health risk equation shows that there is a complex interaction between the physical and human features that cause health risks. A geographical feature is one which is causes by the environment. This includes latitude, altitude and climate.
Control of exposure to hazardous to health act 1999 explains the responsibilities involve handling hazardous substances such as reduce using hazardous substances or using less hazardous substances and reducing exposure level as much as possible. So, it is very important for us to follow health and safety policies and procedures to eradicate risks from workplace
Use the comma to separate two independent clauses. Having two independent clauses in a sentence simply means that you can split the sentence into two. If your sentence contains two independent clauses that are separated by a conjunction (such as and, as, but, for, nor, so, or yet), place a comma before the conjunction. Ryan went to the beach yesterday, but he forgot his sunscreen. Water bills usually rise during the summer, as people are thirstier during hot and humid days.
Task A Presentation Ai A list of the key legislation relating to health and safety in a social care setting: • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992, which supports the health and safety act. • Medicines Act 1968 • Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 • Hazardous Wastes Regulations 2005 • Personal Protective Equipment at Work regulations (PPE) 1992 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002 (COSHH) The Manual Handling Regulations of 1992 • Provisions and use of Equipment Regulations (PUWER) • Reporting of Injuries Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 1985 • Food Safety Act 1990 • Data protection Act 1998 • Human Rights Act 1998 • Mental Health Act 1983 Aii How health and safety policies and procedures protect people using social care settings. All of the legislations mentioned above are an essential part of health and safety. Every piece of legislation describes clear guidance of responsibilities and how health and safety should be maintained to eliminate risks for the individuals using social care settings It is essential to follow health and safety policies and procedures to remove risks from the workplace and to maintain a safe working environment. Protection may include identifying: Measures for communicating health and safetyMeasures for reporting Accidents or health Problems Measures for first aid, fire and emergencies The significant risks- Control measures for hazards The Food hygiene regulation 2005, explains the responsibilities, involved in handling food safely in order to avoid contamination and food poisoning.
3. List nursing priorities for monitoring & management of the patient with severe sepsis. 4. List the goals of therapy and priority interventions for severe sepsis & septic shock. Definitions •Colonization •Contamination •Infection •Bacteremia/Fungemia/Viremia •SIRS: •Sepsis •Severe Sepsis •Septic Shock •MODS: multiple organ dysfunction syndrome systemic inflammatory response syndrome Sepsis Sepsis: systemic inflammatory
Communicable Disease Meggan Wernke HCS/457 November 26, 2012 Qiana Amos Communicable Disease Communicable disease is a disease that is passed on from person to person to another. There are many different ways for a disease to be passed around. Environmental factors can have a role with the spread of a communicable disease. Many preventative measures can be taken to reduce chances of getting a communicable disease. A common communicable disease would be Influenza.