QUESTION:When do workers have the highest risk of bloodborne pathogen exposure? Bloodborne pathogen exposure risk is highest for workers who must handle:POSSIBLE ANSWERS:Laboratory chemicals.Sharp objects.Corrosive materials.

QUESTION:What is the first thing an employee should do if exposed to a bloodborne pathogen?POSSIBLE ANSWERS:See a doctor.Wash the exposed area.Consent to a blood test.Report the exposure.

Which risk factor is most likely to be encountered in a workplace?A.Lack of safety equipmentB.Illegal drugsC.HeredityD.Toxic chemicalsSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

QUESTION:What is a main reason for reporting bloodborne pathogen exposures as soon as possible?POSSIBLE ANSWERS:Preventing exposure from spreading to other employees.Maintaining the confidentiality of the source individual.Decontaminating and cleaning the area in a timely manner.Helping to address needed changes to the OSHA standard.

True or False: Employees exposed to bloodborne pathogens are at NO RISK for serious or life-threatening illness.TrueFalse

Which one of the below is not a main danger in a clinical laboratory? Choose one answer. Risk of accidental leak or release; Risk of accidental infection of laboratory technicians; Risk of unauthorized entry and theft; Risk of an infection sample entry