Health Precautions in First Aid Training
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What is the purpose of following health precautions during first aid training?

  • To increase the risk of exposure to infections
  • To reduce the risk of disease transmission (correct)
  • To meet American Red Cross guidelines
  • To demonstrate knowledge of medical conditions
  • Why should a separate training manikin be requested?

  • To avoid being infected with HIV
  • If one has an acute condition or a current hepatitis B infection (correct)
  • If one is seronegative for hepatitis B
  • To fulfill American Red Cross requirements
  • What does being seropositive for hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) indicate?

  • Immunity to hepatitis B virus
  • No risk of disease transmission
  • Past infection with the hepatitis B virus
  • Current infection with the hepatitis B virus (correct)
  • What should one do if they have had a positive blood test for hepatitis C (HCV)?

    <p>Take precautions and inform the trainer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should individuals with cuts or sores on their hands or around their mouth take precautions during training?

    <p>To minimize the risk of disease transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a person with acute hepatitis B infection test positive for?

    <p>Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a person who has been vaccinated for hepatitis B test positive for?

    <p>Hepatitis B antibody (anti-HBs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a positive test for antiHBs and a positive test for HBsAG?

    <p>AntiHBs indicates past infection, while HBsAG indicates current infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a person with chronic hepatitis B infection continue to test positive for?

    <p>Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a person who starts experiencing skin redness, rash, hives, and itching do?

    <p>Wash hands immediately and seek medical attention if symptoms persist or are severe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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