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hypersensitivity reactions resembling poison ivy that appear 24 to 48 hours following exposure? True immediate hypersensitivity reactions often characterized by facial flushing and respiratory difficulty following contact with what? Latex Handwashing immediately removal of gloves and avoiding powdered gloves may aid in preventing the development of what? Latex allergy Replacing latex gloves with what type of gloves provides an acceptable alternative. nitrile or vinyl Any signs of a reaction should be reported to a supervisor, because what type of allergy can be life-threatening? A true latex allergy resistant laboratory coats with wrist cuffs are worn to protect the skin and clothing from contamination by patient specimens in which laboratories? immunology laboratory What is worn at all times when working with patient specimens? Laboratory coats What must be completely buttoned with gloves pulled over the cuffs? Laboratory coats What should be changed as soon as possible if they become visibly soiled, and they must be removed when leaving the laboratory? gloves and laboratory coats What must be protected from specimen splashes and aerosols? The mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth What can be used to protect the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and goggles, full-face plastic shields, and Plexiglas countertop shields Particular care should be taken to avoid what when removing container tops and when transferring and centrifuging specimens? splashes and aerosols centrifuge specimens in what type of tube? uncapped Never centrifuge specimens in what type of centrifuge? An uncovered centrifuge When specimens are received in containers with contaminated exteriors, what must be done to the exterior of the container? It must be disinfected or, if necessary, a new specimen may be requested.
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