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Why does cdc say intubation and dialysis are high-risk procedures for people treating ebola patient when they say biohazard suits should protect them?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Because: they expose the care giver to body fluids which is how the virus is transmitted. As we have seen biohazard equipment is only protective if used properly. we have seen recently that despite the best of intentions, there have been breaches in technique resulting in infection among caregivers.
Answered 10/14/2014
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Ebola: Intubation can lead to release of droplets. Dialysis carries risk of blood being splashed. CDC recommends US medical personnel wear eye protection, surg. gown, gloves & face mask when treating Ebola patients. In higher risk situations w/ Ebola – recommend double gloving, leg & shoe covers. The Liberian national who was treated in Dallas, TX for Ebola received renal dialysis.
Answered 11/11/2014
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