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Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Safe Finger Stick Procedure

Learn the proper protocol for conducting finger stick tests to ensure safety and accuracy. Follow certified health educator Carol Thacker's expert guidance and Indiana State Department of Health's recommendations for a seamless and secure procedure. Obtain essential supplies and understand safety concerns like accidental stick incidents. Practice universal precautions and collection methods to guarantee reliable results. Establish a clean work area, use proper equipment, and follow disposal guidelines to maintain a standardized and secure process.

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Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Safe Finger Stick Procedure

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  1. Finger Stick Training Carol Thacker Health Educator Indiana State Department of Health Indiana Lead and Healthy Homes Program

  2. Conditions • Cooperative client • Warm hand - rub or massage • Light (same as to read) • Clean place to lay out supplies

  3. Universal Precautions • Lead equipment should not be used for other tests. • All lead equipment should be kept in a dust-proof container. • Try to avoid touching equipment when transferring it into the dust-proof container. • Use powder free gloves (or be sure to rid gloves from any powder). • Wash hands before and after procedure!

  4. Bloodborne Pathogens Training

  5. Supplies Required • Latex or Vinyl gloves (2) • Alcohol on cotton, Alcohol Prep, acetone, soap, or hand sanitizer • Lancet – retractable • Sharps container • Collection device • Trash container

  6. Supplies Good to Have • Table cover • Band Aid, cotton ball, or 2x2 gauze • Clean surfaces – Lysol, Clorox, etc • Clean up packet not necessary

  7. Steps • Clean work area – cover if possible • Supplies available – remove cap from microvette tube • Gloves • Clean clients finger – can reuse cotton • Stick – side of finger pad– press firmly • Lancet in sharps container • Collect blood in tube and cap – place in safe area • Stop bleeding – if any • Clean area

  8. Safety Concerns • If you have an accidental stick with the used lancet – follow employer’s policy. • You have only a few hours to get medication into your mouth. • Transport and dispose of sharps container according to employer’s policy.

  9. Collection Method Comparison

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