#1
Which of the following is considered a blood-borne pathogen?
Influenza virus
Hepatitis B virus
Streptococcus bacteria
E. coli bacteria
#2
What is the primary mode of transmission for blood-borne pathogens?
Airborne
Direct contact with infected person
Ingestion of contaminated food
Vector-borne
#3
Which of the following is a common preventive measure for avoiding blood-borne pathogen exposure?
Wearing gloves and other protective equipment
Consuming vitamin supplements
Exercising regularly
Using perfumed hand sanitizer
#4
What is the proper disposal method for used needles and sharps contaminated with blood-borne pathogens?
Throw in regular trash
Recycle
Place in a puncture-resistant container
Flush down the toilet
#5
What is the recommended first aid measure for accidental exposure to blood-borne pathogens?
Apply an antibiotic ointment
Wash the affected area with soap and water
Ignore the exposure, as it is not harmful
Cover the area with a bandage
#6
In the context of blood-borne pathogen safety, what does the acronym PPE stand for?
Personal Prevention Equipment
Patient Protection Essentials
Personal Protective Equipment
Pathogen Prevention Essentials
#7
What is the incubation period for Hepatitis B, the blood-borne pathogen?
1-2 days
2-4 weeks
1-2 months
6-12 months
#8
Which blood-borne pathogen can cause chronic liver disease and is preventable with vaccination?
HIV
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Ebola virus
#9
Which organization provides guidelines and standards for blood-borne pathogen safety in healthcare settings?
WHO (World Health Organization)
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
#10
Which blood-borne pathogen can be transmitted through sexual contact, sharing needles, and from mother to child during childbirth?
Hepatitis C
Syphilis
Malaria
Tuberculosis
#11
What is the purpose of the HBV vaccination in the context of blood-borne pathogen safety?
Prevention of HIV
Prevention of Hepatitis A
Prevention of Hepatitis B
Prevention of Influenza
#12
Which blood-borne pathogen is primarily transmitted through contact with infected blood and body fluids but does not survive well outside the body?
HIV
Hepatitis C
Ebola virus
Malaria parasite