Standard Precautions

It is important to refresh your knowledge of universal precautions in case of a pandemic.

The next few slides will go over important precautions you can take to protect yourself on the scene:

  • Respiratory Protection
  • Hand Care
  • Eye Care
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Transport
  • Decontaminating Equipment
  • Vaccinations

You can also visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) or World Health Organization (WHO) for new updates on the spread of the virus.


Swine Flu Facts
Planning for Response
On the Scene
Resources


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