#1
Which of the following is NOT a bloodborne pathogen?
Hepatitis B
HIV
Influenza
Hepatitis C
#2
Which body fluid is considered the primary source for bloodborne pathogen transmission?
#3
Which of the following is NOT considered a mode of transmission for bloodborne pathogens?
Direct contact with blood or bodily fluids
Airborne transmission
Contact with contaminated objects
Mother-to-child transmission during childbirth
#4
What does the term 'universal precautions' refer to in the context of bloodborne pathogen control?
Precautions applied only to certain high-risk groups
Precautions applied to all patients regardless of their perceived infection status
Precautions applied exclusively in laboratory settings
Precautions applied only in cases of confirmed infection
#5
Which of the following bloodborne pathogens can cause chronic infection?
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
HIV
All of the above
#6
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?
Staphylococcus aureus
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Clostridium difficile
Hepatitis C virus
#7
What is the most common route of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the healthcare setting?
Ingestion
Inhalation
Mucous membrane contact
Skin contact
#8
Which of the following is an example of a post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for bloodborne pathogen exposure?
Antibiotic therapy
Administration of antipyretic drugs
Hepatitis B vaccination
Administration of antiretroviral drugs
#9
What is the incubation period for Hepatitis B virus after exposure?
1-2 days
1-2 weeks
1-2 months
6-12 months
#10
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for safe handling and disposal of sharps?
Recapping needles after use
Using puncture-resistant containers for disposal
Avoiding overfilling sharps containers
Immediately disposing of used sharps in designated containers
#11
What precautionary measures should be taken to prevent bloodborne pathogen transmission?
Use of gloves and other personal protective equipment (PPE)
Avoiding needlestick injuries
Proper disposal of sharps
All of the above
#12
Which government agency provides guidelines and regulations for the prevention of bloodborne pathogen transmission in healthcare settings in the United States?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Hepatitis C virus?
It can survive outside the body for several days
It has a high rate of spontaneous clearance
It can only be transmitted through sexual contact
It does not cause chronic infection
#14
Which of the following statements about Hepatitis B vaccination is TRUE?
A single dose provides lifelong immunity
It is not effective if administered after exposure to the virus
It is recommended for all individuals, regardless of occupation or risk factors
It is only recommended for healthcare workers
#15
Which of the following bloodborne pathogens has the highest risk of transmission through percutaneous exposure?
Hepatitis B virus
Hepatitis C virus
HIV
Ebola virus