36. Why is it even more important to safely handle and dispose of regulated medical
waste in the field than at the installation?
a.
There is an increase in the possibilities of personnel being exposed to
regulated medical waste in a less standard and less sterile environment.
b.
There is a greater chance for standardization and a sterile environment.
c.
The risk is less for contacting an infection or regulated medical waste
disease.
d.
All of the above.
37. What are potential sources of regulated medical waste?
a.
Pathological waste.
b.
Human blood and blood products.
c.
Used and unused sharps.
d.
All of the above.
38. What is the preferred method of disposal of regulated medical waste material in the
field?
a.
Burial.
b.
Burial in a garbage pit.
c.
Burial in a garbage pit after it has been autoclaved.
d.
Incineration, then burial in a separate pit.
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