All of the Following Are Guidelines That Should Be Followed

question 19

Multiple Choice

All of the following are guidelines that should be followed when using PPE except:

• A) Decontaminate and reuse disposable gloves.
• B) Remove all PPE before leaving the medical office.
• C) Replace gloves that become torn or contaminated as soon as possible.
• D) Remove a garment penetrated by blood as soon as possible.

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Definitions:

Bicarbonate Ions

Chemical ions (HCO3-) that act as a buffering agent in blood, maintaining pH balance by neutralizing acids.

Carbonic Acid

A weak acid that forms when carbon dioxide dissolves in water, playing a crucial role in the carbon dioxide transport of blood and the acid-base balance in the body.

Thoracic Cavity

The part of the body located between the neck and the abdomen, housing the heart and lungs within the rib cage.

Spiracle

An external respiratory opening found in some animals, including insects and some amphibians, used for breathing.