Final answer:
In medical emergencies, decontamination planning should encompass victim decontamination, protection of medical staff, and correct disposal of contaminated PPE and solutions. Protective clothing, proper decontamination practices, and disposal are critical. Maintaining a sterile environment via aseptic techniques is also essential. Therefore correct option is D
Step-by-step explanation:
When planning for decontamination in medical emergencies, procedures should be developed for doing all of the above: decontaminating the victim, protecting medical personnel, and disposing of contaminated PPE and wash solutions. Medical personnel at the front line must be equipped with adequate personal protective clothing and trained to use it properly to enter infection zones safely.
Procedures include the immediate washing of any skin contact with contaminants using detergent and warm water, followed by a cleansing with a strong basic solution such as 1 N NaOH or a 1:10 dilution of bleach for 1 minute. Proper disposal methods like incineration or autoclaving in a strong basic solution must be in place for contaminated waste. Similarly, instruments must be cleaned and soaked in a strong basic solution to ensure decontamination.
Overall, medical procedures with a risk for contamination should be performed in a sterile field, applying proper aseptic techniques to prevent infection and ensure the safety of both medical personnel and patients.