What is the purpose of universal precautions in the CARE phase?

What is the purpose of universal precautions in the CARE phase?

• A. To prevent transmission of infection
• B. To speed up the response
• C. To locate equipment faster
• D. To identify the patient

Answer: (A)

Universal precautions are about protecting you and the person you’re helping by treating all blood and body fluids as if they’re infectious. In the CARE phase, you’re preparing to provide care, so you’d quickly put on gloves and other barrier protection, avoid contact with fluids, and handle contaminated materials safely. This approach minimizes the risk of transmitting infections between you and the patient, which is the main purpose. It doesn’t aim to speed up the response, locate equipment faster, or identify the patient.

Universal precautions are about protecting you and the person you’re helping by treating all blood and body fluids as if they’re infectious. In the CARE phase, you’re preparing to provide care, so you’d quickly put on gloves and other barrier protection, avoid contact with fluids, and handle contaminated materials safely. This approach minimizes the risk of transmitting infections between you and the patient, which is the main purpose. It doesn’t aim to speed up the response, locate equipment faster, or identify the patient.