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1.25.4.1.46 HL7 v3 Code System EntityRisk

This code system (http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk) is defined as part of HL7 v3.

Summary

Defining URL:

http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/v3-EntityRisk

Name:

v3 Code System EntityRisk

Definition:

Kinds of risks associated with the handling of the material..

OID:

(for OID based terminology systems)

System URL:

http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk

System OID:

2.16.840.1.113883.5.46

Source Resource

XML / JSON

This value set is not currently used

1.25.4.1.46.1 Content Logical Definition

This value set has an inline code system http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk, which defines the following codes:

Lvl	Code	Display	Definition
1	AGG	aggressive	A danger that can be associated with certain living subjects, including humans.
1	BIO	Biological	The dangers associated with normal biological materials. I.e. potential risk of unknown infections. Routine biological materials from living subjects.
1	COR	Corrosive	Material is corrosive and may cause severe injury to skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Avoid any unprotected contact.
1	ESC	Escape Risk	The entity is at risk for escaping from containment or control.
1	IFL	inflammable	Material is highly inflammable and in certain mixtures (with air) may lead to explosions. Keep away from fire, sparks and excessive heat.
2	EXP	explosive	Material is an explosive mixture. Keep away from fire, sparks, and heat.
1	INF	infectious	Material known to be infectious with human pathogenic microorganisms. Those who handle this material must take precautions for their protection.
2	BHZ	biohazard	Material contains microorganisms that is an environmental hazard. Must be handled with special care.
1	INJ	injury hazard	Material is solid and sharp (e.g., cannulas). Dispose in hard container.
1	POI	poison	Material is poisonous to humans and/or animals. Special care must be taken to avoid incorporation, even of small amounts.
1	RAD	radioactive	Material is a source for ionizing radiation and must be handled with special care to avoid injury of those who handle it and to avoid environmental hazards.