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Universal / Standard Precautions <br /> • Treat all human blood and body fluids as if they were <br /> infected . <br /> • Use of a combination of the following practices- <br /> depending on contact with the patient/client/inmate <br /> - Hand washing <br /> - Use of latex/nitril gloves <br /> - Masks, eye protection and/or face shield <br /> - Gowns <br /> - Environmental cleaning <br /> - Proper handling/disinfection of soiled equipment and <br /> linens <br /> - Proper disposal methods for used sharps <br /> - Isolation practices <br /> • Transmission-based precautions may be needed for <br /> certain types of infections <br />