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4.3.2.46 HL7 v3 Value Set EntityRisk

This value set (http://hl7.org/fhir/ValueSet/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)

Source Resource

XML / JSON

This value set is used in the following places:

This value set is the designated 'entire code system' value set for v3 Code System EntityRisk

4.3.2.46.1 Content Logical Definition

This value set includes codes from the following code systems:

Include all codes defined in http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk

4.3.2.46.2 Expansion

This expansion generated 11 Aug 2016

This value set contains 11 concepts

All codes from system http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk

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