Flashcard 12 - Safety and Infection Control Flashcard Set for the NCLEX-RN Exam
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Explanation:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have written recommendations for the use of standard and isolation precautions. They have detailed the use of PPE to prevent transmission and exposure to blood-borne pathogens. The CDC also maintains a database of specific diseases to identify any trends in prevalence or population, as well as outlined appropriate measures to implement in the event of an emergency.
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