An occupational health nurse maintains a log of injuries from contaminated "sharps" because of the:

a. Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
b. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
c. Department of Labor (DOL)
d. Department of Defense (DOD)


A
OSHA is part of the Department of Labor. The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard became effective in 2002.

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