What Is Not A Common Transmission Route For Bloodborne Pathogens
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Bloodborne pathogens can be which of the following types of microorganisms?
Viral, bacterial, or fungal
Which of the following is NOT a common transmission route for bloodborne pathogens?
Skin absorption
Which of the following is least likely to contain bloodborne pathogens?
Urine
Why are the eyes, nose, and mouth common transmission routes for bloodborne pathogens?
They are all examples of mucous membranes
Which of the following most accurately describes the 2 main sources of bloodborne pathogens?
Blood and potentially infectious material (OPIM)
What is the minimum level of personal protective equipment (PPE) you need to wear to protect against a potential bloodborne pathogen exposure?
Disposable vinyl and nitrile gloves
What is the proper technique to use when removing an item of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Turn the item inside out as you remove it (to contain any contaminants)
Where should you dispose of needles and other sharp instruments when you are done using them?
Puncture-resistant sharps container
What is an important guideline to remember when you are responding to an emergency that may involve bloodborne pathogens?
Protect yourself first, and then treat the victim
What is the approach to infection control in which all human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if they are known to be infectious?
Universal precautions
To whom should you immediately report a potential bloodborne pathogen exposure?
Your employer
What is the first thing you should do if you think an area of your body may have been exposed to bloodborne pathogens?
Flood the exposed area with water
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