Title: Demonstrate the handling and disposal of contaminated material.
Course: Practical Nursing II (14052-II) > Section: Demonstrating Processes of Infection Prevention and Control

Demonstration should include

- identifying items that are disposed of vs. cleaned
- listing precautions taken with sharps
- following standard precautions
- adhering to bloodborne pathogen precautions.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to properly dispose of contaminated material?
- What potential environmental concerns develop if medical wastes are disposed of improperly?