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Why is it important to practice "Universal Precautions" in the workplace?%0D%0A%0D%0ASelect an answer%0D%0A%0D%0AA.%0D%0AUniversal Precautions is the method for preventing infection from disease and ensuring safety while providing emergency medical care%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AB.%0D%0AUniversal Precautions prevent prejudice against race and gender and therefore are required by law%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AC.%0D%0AUniversal Precautions is the method for protecting others from colds and flu
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**A. Universal Precautions is the method for preventing infection from disease and ensuring safety while providing emergency medical care.**
Universal Precautions are guidelines to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens and other infectious materials in the workplace, particularly in healthcare settings. They emphasize treating all blood and bodily fluids as if they are infectious, thereby protecting employees and patients from potential infections.
**A. Universal Precautions is the method for preventing infection from disease and ensuring safety while providing emergency medical care.**
Universal Precautions are guidelines to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens and other infectious materials in the workplace, particularly in healthcare settings. They emphasize treating all blood and bodily fluids as if they are infectious, thereby protecting employees and patients from potential infections.