Hazardous materials and waste are present within the hospital environment. Which objectives must be met to ensure compliance with federal regulatory agencies to ensure protection of all people within the environment?
a. Place HazMat stickers on all hazardous materials and waste.
b. Appoint nurses to monitor the hospital's compliance with regulations.
c. Provide a mechanism to reduce the risks of exposure to hazardous materials and waste.
d. Minimize Workers' Compensation.
C
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A This is inappropriate.
B Nurses are not responsible for monitoring compliance.
C Reduction of risks would be a primary focus of the Federal agencies.
D The focus is on minimizing Workers' Compensation accidents.
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