Standard precautions that should be used with a patient who is receiving treatment for AIDS, follows the standard procedures associated with the prevention of transmission of bloodborne pathogens. Other diseases associated with these standard procedures are hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Body Substance Isolation (BSI) is to be used in coordination with Universal Precautions. Although the level of precaution can vary in accordance with the procedures taking place. Fundamental elements of precaution should include stringent standards relating to hand washing and glove wearing and maintaining a high level of caution towards any bodily fluids (except sweat) which might be exposed during the visit. Gloves should be changed when going from any infected or exposed site to another, not infected or clean site on the patient's body. This standards include medical equipment or items that are touched while with the patient. Frequent changing of gloves in this situation. In addition, masks, protective eye wear and protective gowns can be worn depending on the procedure involved. Any equipment must be thoroughly sterilized or destroyed after the encounter. Any fluids should be carefully handled to eliminate exposure to other people. If an injection is taking place, make use of safe injection procedures. Dispose of the needle properly.
