Section 63 - Exposure And Transmission Of Blood-borne Pathogens

Question 1

What are three potentially infectious bodily fluids which could transport blood-borne pathogens?

Answer 1

-semen
-vaginal secretions
-cerebrospinal fluid
-synovial fluid
-pleural fluid
-peritoneal fluid
-amniotic fluid
-saliva (dental procedures)

Question 2

What is synovial fluid?

Answer 2

Fluid lubricates joints

Question 3

HBV and HIV are most commonly submitted through what?

Answer 3

Sexual contact, sharing of hypodermic needles, from mothers to their babies at or before birth, puncture from contaminated needles, broken glass or sharps

Question 4

What is peritoneal fluid?

Answer 4

Fluid in gastrointestinal organs

Question 5

In most work or lab situations, transmission is most likely to occur because of what?

Answer 5

Accidental punctures from contaminated needles, broken glass, sharps

Question 6

Is removing one or both gloves before a draw is completely considered an OSHA violation?

Answer 6

YES

Question 7

List 2 ways infected blood may enter your system.

Answer 7

Open sores, cuts, abrasions, acne, damaged or broken skin, including sunburn or blisters, mucus membrane