Blood Borne Pathogen & Infectious Disease Exposure Protocol
Blood Borne Pathogen & Infectious Disease Exposure Protocol
Students working in radiologic science must comply with regulations and guidelines to prevent exposure to blood and body fluids and potentially infectious materials. The Division follows the infection control policies of our clinical affiliates and those specified by ºÚÁÏÍø and ºÚÁÏÍø Campus Health.
If a student is exposed to blood or body fluids or to an infectious disease, it must be reported immediately to ºÚÁÏÍø Campus Health (919) 966-6573ÌýAND to the Clinical Coordinator or Division Director. Refer to the ºÚÁÏÍø Campus Health protocol regarding for additional information regarding steps to take if exposure to blood or body fluids occurs.
Each case will be investigated and appropriate steps will be followed within the guidelines of the assigned clinical location and ºÚÁÏÍø Campus Health. Expenses incurred as a result of exposure are the responsibility of the student.