The Compliance Divas Podcast
Our podcast covers current topics such as infection prevention and control, OSHA and HIPAA compliance for dentistry. We discuss the latest regulatory information, answer frequently asked questions and give suggestions for dental practices to make compliance easy and sustainable.The Compliance Divas are a trusted source for consistent, accurate information based upon current guidelines, standards, science, and recommendations.
The Compliance Divas Podcast
Episode #51 Ouch I Just Got Stuck - Now What Do I Do?
NIOSH estimates that 600,000 to 800,000 needlestick injuries occur each year in the health care settings. The Dentists Insurance Company (TDIC) states that needlesticks are the number one type of injury that occurs in a dental office. When an exposure incident occurs, immediate action must be taken to expedite medical treatment for the exposed employee to prevent infection transmission. If you get stuck, do you know exactly what to do? In this episode the DIVAS walk through the steps.