Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Clinical Student Handbook

Biohazard and Safety Issues

When sharps containers or biohazard waste containers need to be replaced or emptied, notify the Chair of Clinic Faculty. For further information, refer to NWHSU’s Exposure Control Plan.

  • Change sheets and pillow cases after each patient. Place soiled laundry in the laundry basket provided in each treatment room.
  • Plastic sheeting (located in the clinic supply closet) must be used under patients with open sores.
  • Provide patient with alarm bell before leaving the treatment room.
  • Cups must be washed in a dilution of HBV Spectrum Disinfectant and dried after each use.