#1
Which of the following is considered a bloodborne pathogen?
E. coli
Hepatitis B virus
Staphylococcus aureus
Influenza virus
#2
Which body fluid is commonly associated with the transmission of bloodborne pathogens?
#3
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?
MRSA
Tuberculosis
HIV
Clostridium difficile
#4
Which organization sets guidelines and regulations for ensuring occupational safety and health in the United States?
World Health Organization (WHO)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
American Red Cross
#5
Which of the following bloodborne pathogens can cause chronic infection and liver damage?
Ebola virus
Hepatitis C virus
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Norovirus
#6
What is the primary mode of transmission for bloodborne pathogens in healthcare settings?
Contact with infected animals
Inhalation of contaminated air
Contact with contaminated blood or body fluids
Ingestion of contaminated food
#7
Which of the following is NOT a recommended measure for preventing exposure to bloodborne pathogens?
Using personal protective equipment (PPE)
Proper hand hygiene
Avoiding the use of sharp objects
Implementing safe injection practices
#8
What is the primary route of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in a laboratory setting?
Ingestion
Injection
Inhalation
Contact with mucous membranes or broken skin
#9
Which of the following is a recommended action if a healthcare worker sustains a needlestick injury?
Keep it to oneself and monitor for symptoms
Discard the contaminated needle and continue working
Report the incident promptly and seek appropriate medical attention
Ignore it unless there is visible bleeding
#10
What is the standard precautionary measure recommended for handling all blood and body fluids?
Wearing gloves only
Wearing gloves and a mask
Wearing gloves, a mask, and protective eyewear
Wearing gloves, a mask, protective eyewear, and a gown
#11
What should be done immediately in case of exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials?
Wait for symptoms to appear before seeking medical attention
Clean the affected area with soap and water
Ignore the exposure and continue working
Report the incident to the appropriate personnel and seek medical evaluation
#12
Which of the following activities increases the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens?
Using protective equipment as instructed
Recapping needles after use
Discarding contaminated sharps in designated containers
Seeking immediate medical evaluation after exposure incidents
#13
What is the purpose of a sharps injury log?
To track incidents of needlestick injuries
To record the disposal of biohazardous waste
To document employee attendance
To monitor hand hygiene compliance
#14
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action in the event of a bloodborne pathogen exposure?
Wash the exposed area thoroughly with soap and water
Report the incident to the supervisor or designated authority
Complete an incident report form
Dispose of contaminated sharps in the regular trash
#15
What is the primary route of transmission for the Ebola virus?
Airborne droplets
Direct contact with blood or body fluids
Ingestion of contaminated food or water
Mosquito bites