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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:

4.3.2.46.1 Content Logical Definition

This value set includes codes from the following code systems:

 

4.3.2.46.2 Expansion

This expansion generated 06 Dec 2016

This value set contains 11 concepts

Expansion based on http://hl7.org/fhir/v3/EntityRisk version 2016-11-11

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.