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When working in a health care environment,

When working in a health care environment, we confront many risks/hazards. These hazards need to be reported to a senior staff member or manager, documented correctly and control measures initiated. The following table identifies four (4) infection risks/hazards that may be present in a hospital environment. Build on this table by identifying the likelihood and severity of harm from each hazard/risk using the risk ranking matrix below. Identify immediate steps that will need to be taken to manage the situation and possible procedures that to be put in place (minimum one point in each section). Image transcription text Likelihood Risk Ranking Management High 20 Significant Moderate 15 Low Negligible 1 2 Severity of harm Negligible LOW… Show more Image transcription text Severity of harm definition Catmtrophic Multiple or single death Costs to the event of up to $5 million International an… Show more Image transcription text Likelihood definitions A high it is expected to occur in most circumstances. likelihood There is a strong likelihood of the haza… Show more Infection/Hazard Risk rating Severity of harm Likelihood Immediate action Risk Management Procedures 1.1) Needlestick injury 1.2) Blood spill on the corridor 1.3) Exposure to blood/body fluids 1.4) Caring for a client with diagnosed TB in a shared room and no PPE (Personal Protective Equipment SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCE NURSING HLTINF 001

 
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