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Designated: |
Employees who are
appointed by their employer as emergency response personnel. |
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Epidemiology: |
A branch of medical
science that deals with the incidence, distribution, and control of disease in a
population. |
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Exudative lesions:
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An oozing wound. |
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Fluids: |
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Amniotic: |
The fluid surrounding an embryo
in the womb. |
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Cerebrospinal: |
A liquid that is
comparable to serum and secreted from the blood that is found in the brain and spinal
column. |
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Pericardial: |
The fluid that is
found in the sac that surrounds the heart. |
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Pleural: |
Moistens the lining
of the lungs to facilitate movement while breathing. |
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Synovial: |
A lubricating fluid
secreted by a joint or bursa or tendon sheath. |
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Hypoallergenic: |
Diminished potential
for causing an allergic reaction. |
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Mucous Membrane: |
A membrane that
lines body passages and cavities which communicate directly or indirectly with the
exterior. |
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Parenteral: |
Piercing mucous
membranes or the skin barrier through such events as needlesticks, human bites, cuts and
abrasions. |
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Pathogens: |
Viruses and bacteria
that cause disease. |
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Percutaneous: |
Effected or
performed through the skin. |
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Prophylaxis: |
Measures
designed to preserve health and prevent the spread of disease. |
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Seroconversion: |
Development of
evidence of antibody response to a disease or vaccine. |
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Serological: |
The scientific study
of blood. |
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Sharp: |
Any sharp instrument
that can lacerate, puncture or invade tissue. |
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Tuberculocidal: |
A solution that can
destroy the Tuberculosis bacteria. |
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Vascular: |
Relating to a
channel for the conveyance of body fluids such as blood. |
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Venipuncture: |
A surgical puncture
of a vein for the withdrawal of blood or to give intravenous injections. |
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