universal precautions attempted to prevent infectious diseases from being spread from the victim to the good Samaritan and vice versa
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. This includes practices such as hand hygiene, wearing gloves and other protective equipment when handling bodily fluids, and properly disinfecting surfaces and equipment. Universal precautions also include proper handling and disposal of sharps, such as needles and syringes, to prevent accidental needlesticks. By following universal precautions, both the victim and the good Samaritan can reduce the risk of transmitting infectious diseases to each other.