Universal Precautions and Standard Precautions Quiz
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What is the purpose of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?

  • To define Bloodborne Pathogens
  • To recall relevant elements of medical laws
  • To protect employees from bloodborne pathogens (correct)
  • To provide education on lab safety precautions

    • Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?

  • E. coli bacteria
  • Staphylococcus aureus bacteria
  • Influenza virus
  • Hepatitis B virus (correct)

    • What do Engineering Controls refer to in the workplace?

  • Safety training protocols
  • Universal precautions
  • Required documentation for the Exposure Control Plan
  • Physical or mechanical devices to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens (correct)

    • What is the main purpose of universal precautions?

    <p>To prevent the spread of all types of infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for medical facilities to follow the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard?

    <p>To reasonably protect employees from bloodborne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus is considered a bloodborne pathogen?

    <p>Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should training records for employees be maintained by clinics?

    <p>3 years from the date of training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must clinics maintain in case of an OSHA random audit?

    <p>ECP and log of injuries from contaminated sharps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in individual employee medical records at a clinic?

    <p>Details of any exposures or incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of employers regarding Hepatitis B vaccination?

    <p>Offer it within 10 days to new employees with occupational exposure to blood or OPIM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization conducts random audits of healthcare organizations for compliance?

    <p>OSHA (Occupational Safety &amp; Health Administration)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What acronym stands for 'Other Potentially Infectious Material'?

    <p>OPIM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of Universal Precaution based on?

    <p>Treating all human blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mentioned in the text?

    <p>To protect the wearer's body from potential exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered an Engineering Control according to the text?

    <p>Respiratory mask</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does OSHA mandate employers to develop for workers who may have contact with blood or body fluids contaminated with blood?

    <p>Exposure Control Plan (ECP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if there is an exposure incident according to the text?

    <p>Notify your supervisor immediately and clean the site thoroughly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be deposited into Biohazardous Sharps Containers according to the text?

    <p>Needle assemblies, lancets, and medication vials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Standard Precautions designed to prevent according to the text?

    <p>Transmission of diseases that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, and more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one role of Work Practice Controls mentioned in the text?

    <p>Actions performed to break the infection cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a requirement related to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per the text?

    <p>Employees must be trained on using PPE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do symbols like the Biohazard Symbol communicate according to the text?

    <p>The potential for infectious disease transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered an 'Other Potentially Infectious Material' (OPIM)?

    <p>Cerebrospinal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)?

    <p>Contact with infected blood or OPIM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) live outside the body in dried blood on surfaces?

    <p>7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) transmission?

    <p>Transmitted through large or repeated direct percutaneous exposure to human blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of occupational risk of getting Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) from a syringe infected with HBV is mentioned in the text?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Bloodborne Pathogen is 100 times more infectious than HIV according to the text?

    <p>Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a high-risk behavior for acquiring Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)?

    <p>Engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of occupational risk of getting Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) from a syringe infected with HIV is mentioned in the text?

    <p>0.3%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must employers do to protect employees who may have exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials according to OSHA?

    <p>Fulfill OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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