Bloodborne Pathogens (BBPs), Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) and HIV and AIDS Flashcards
What are bloodborne pathogens (BBPs)?
Bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) are disease-causing germs that spread through contact with blood.
What are the three most common bloodborne diseases?
The three most common BBPs are HBV/HCV, HIV, and AIDS.
What do you need to do to prevent the spread of bloodborne diseases?
Use professional standard precaution.
What increases the risk of transmitting a BBP?
Not using standard precautions, high risk behaviors such as unprotected sex, IV drug use, and shared needles, can increase the risk of transmitting a BBP.
How does an HCA deal with exposure incidences?
Always report exposure incidences to the supervisor or case manager immediately and follow the applicable procedure depending on the type of exposure.
What is HBV?
HBV is a viral infection of the liver.
What is HCV?
HCV is a viral infection of the liver that causes chronic inflammation with possible scarring, It may cause permanent liver damage.
How can both HBV and HCV be spread?
HBV and HCV can be spread through contact with fresh or dried blood.
What are the symptoms of HBV and HCV?
The symptoms of HBV and HCV include: fever, fatigue, jaundice (yellow skin and/or white parts of the eyes) nausea and/or vomiting, abdominal pain or discomfort and dark urine.
What do progressed HBV and HCV lead to?
HBV and HCV may lead to serious health problems, including liver damage, liver failure, liver cancer, or death.
How is HIV transmitted?
HIV is transmitted when infected blood, semen, vaginal secretions, or breast milk enter the body through the mucous membranes of the anus, vagina, penis (urethra), or mouth, or through cuts, sores, or abrasions on the skin. Over time, HIV and AIDS symptoms may worsen.
What are some early symptoms of HIV?
Early symptoms of HIV may include tiredness, fever, diarrhea, enlarged lymph nodes, loss of appetite, or night sweats.
What can people with HIV develop?
People with HIV infection can develop many different health problems many different health problems. These include severe pneumonia, several forms of cancer, damage to the brain and nervous system, and extreme weight loss.
What are the testing options for HIV like?
There are confidential and and anonymous testing options with pre- and post testing counseling options. State laws protect the identity of persons reported with HIV or AIDS. Records related to HIV infection have a higher level of protection than other health records.
What are HIV and AIDS considered?
HIV and AIDS are considered a disability, which means it is illegal to discriminate against someone who is believed to have HIV or AIDS.
