OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Quiz with Answers

Bloodborne Pathogens Quiz with Answers

If your profession involves potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (BBPs), such as roles in healthcare, public safety, or similar fields, it's crucial to be well-versed in how to safeguard yourself and others from infection. Our Bloodborne Pathogen Quiz is a valuable tool to help you prepare for BBP certification or to simply assess your comprehension of BBP safety measures. The Bloodborne Pathogen Quiz encompasses all facets of BBP safety, including hazard identification, utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE), adherence to appropriate cleaning and disinfection procedures, and more. The quiz mirrors the knowledge necessary to adhere to BBP safety standards and mimics real-world situations to equip you for any circumstance. Regular participation in our Bloodborne Pathogen Quiz ensures you remain current with the latest BBP safety protocols and techniques. You'll also receive comprehensive feedback to enhance your understanding of BBP safety. Don't compromise your safety or that of others. Participate in our Bloodborne Pathogen Quiz to confirm that you're abiding by the correct guidelines and regulations.

This OSHA compliant BBP quiz is designed to simulate the knowledge and scenarios you need to stay safe and certify confidently. You’ll be tested on:

Modes of BBP transmission
Risk prevention strategies
Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Contamination control and hygiene protocols
Safe sharps disposal and workplace engineering controls
Post-exposure actions and follow-up plans

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Which of the following is NOT a transmission way of Bloodborne Pathogens in the workplace?

Blood
Sneezing
Semen
Bodily fluids

Whose responsible for preventing bloodborne pathogen exposure at work?

The employee
The employer
The employee's immediate supervisor
All of the above

What is a secondary transmission?

When an HCP is infected with a bloodborne pathogen and then passes it to another person
When an infected needle sticks two HCPs
The care provided for an HCP following infection
Treating all body fluids as infectious materials

Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen exposure incident?

Slipping on a wet floor
An allergic reaction to latex gloves
A patient falling out of bed
Unanticipated contact with blood

What type of bloodborne pathogens carries the greatest risk if exposed?

HIV
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
All of the above

What is the bloodborne disease that causes AIDS?

HIV
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis D

Which bloodborne pathogen infection is preventable through vaccination?

HIV
HBV
HCV
Common cold

Following percutaneous exposure to HCV, there is:

100% chance of infection
60% chance of infection
40% chance of infection
Less than a 2% chance of infection

Which of the following is NOT a way to get Hepatitis C?

Contaminated food
Sharing Needles
Blood Donation
Open wound

Which is an example of practicing Universal Precautions?

Use PPE when interacting with any patient, regardless of whether or not they are known to have an infection
Use PPE only when interacting with patients who have laboratory evidence of infection
Use PPE only when interacting with patients who are suspected of having an infection
Use PPE only when interacting with patients who have bodily fluids on them

What can affect the protection provided by PPE?

Correct fit
Damaged condition
Inaccessible storage
All of the above

When do you need to replace sharps containers?

1/4 full
1/2 full
3/4 full
100% full

Where do sharps containers should be located?

At all entrances and exits
In every patient room and drawing station
At nurses' stations
in the cafeteria

Which is not an example of a bloodborne pathogen engineering control?

Disposable gloves
An autoclave
Self-sheathing needles
Splash guards

OPIM is an acronym for what?

Other potentially infectious materials
Other Pathogen infected men
Other potentially infected men
Other persons infected marginally

Which is the following is NOT considered a bloodborne pathogen?

Malaria
Babesiosis
Scoliosis
Leptospirosis

What is the body fluid found in tissues around the abdomen?

Pleural Fluids
Pericardial fluid
Cerebrospinal fluid
Peritoneal fluid

What must healthcare providers do after removing and discarding used PPE?

Restock supplies
Wash hands
Document care provided
Rest

What is the best type of glove to use when providing care if you are allergic to latex?

Nitrile gloves
Latex gloves
Disposable gloves
Rubber gloves

Biohazard signs on laboratory doors must identify all of the following except:

Name of the infectious agent
The details of the work going on in that laboratory
The name of the principal investigator or other responsible parties
Any special entrance requirements