AIIMS CRE SNO - 2023
Applied Microbiology & Infection control
Easy
True about BMW Except?
Appeared in: AIIMS CRE SNO - 2023
Explanation
- The statement that needles and syringes should be collected in a poly bag is false and represents a dangerous practice.
- According to BMW management guidelines, all sharps must be collected in a rigid, puncture-proof container (typically white/translucent) at the point of generation.
- Using a poly bag for sharps poses a high risk of needle-stick injuries to healthcare workers, which can lead to the transmission of blood-borne pathogens like HIV and Hepatitis B.
- This makes the statement the correct answer for an 'EXCEPT' type of question, as it is the only incorrect procedure listed.
Why Other Options Were Wrong
- Option B: This is a correct statement. Contaminated recyclable plastic items like IV sets, catheters, and gloves are segregated into red bags for appropriate treatment and recycling.
- Option C: This is a correct statement. The yellow bag is designated for various types of infectious waste, including soiled dressings, cotton swabs, and human anatomical waste.
- Option D: This is a correct statement. General, non-infectious waste (similar to household waste) must be kept separate from biomedical waste to reduce the volume of hazardous waste and ensure proper disposal.
Related Visual
- Visual 1: Infographic: A colorful chart illustrating the different categories of biomedical waste, the corresponding color-coded bins (Yellow, Red, White, Blue), and examples of waste items for each category. This visual aid helps in quick recall of segregation rules.
- Visual 2: Flowchart: A diagram showing the step-by-step process of BMW management, from segregation at the source, through collection, transportation, treatment, to final disposal.
Clinical Relevance
- Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) Management and Segregation as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
- Proper BMW segregation is a critical nursing responsibility to prevent hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and protect healthcare workers, patients, and the community from exposure to hazardous materials.
- Failure to comply with BMW rules can lead to legal penalties for the healthcare facility and poses a significant public health risk.
- What if? If a nurse accidentally disposes of a needle in a red or yellow bag instead of the white sharps container, the immediate action should be to not try and retrieve it. The bag should be carefully handled, labeled as containing a sharp, and managed as sharps waste to prevent injury to downstream waste handlers.
How to Approach the Question
- First, identify that the question uses the keyword 'EXCEPT'. This means you are looking for the statement that is false or incorrect.
- Read each option carefully and evaluate its accuracy based on your knowledge of Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) management rules.
- Option A: Recall that sharps have a special disposal requirement due to puncture risk. Poly bags are not puncture-proof. This statement is likely false.
- Option B, C, and D: Evaluate the standard color-coding for BMW. Red for recyclable plastics, yellow for infectious/anatomical waste, and separate disposal for general waste are all correct procedures.
- Conclude that the false statement is about collecting needles in a poly bag, making it the correct answer to the 'EXCEPT' question.
Concept Tested & Keywords
- Concept Tested: Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) Management and Segregation
- Stem keywords: BMW, Bio-Medical Waste
- Lead-in keywords: Except
- Negative lead-in flag: The question asks for the statement that is NOT true regarding Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) management.
Question ID
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