Universal Precautions and Infection Control in a School Setting

Jan 05, 2013

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Universal Precautions pertain to:. Blood Any human body fluids that is visibly contaminated with bloodAll body fluids when it is difficult or impossible to differentiate b/t body fluidsBody substances when blood is visible . Occupational Safety

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Universal Precautions and Infection Control in a School Setting

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