Bloodborne Pathogens In Schools

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    The use of gloves when handling blood in school is

    • Only necessary when the blood is excessive
    • Not needed when you know the student and his or her family personally.
    • Standard practice for all school employees
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Now that you've read "Bloodborne Pathogens in Schools 2014" you've learned about the dangers of BBP's, how they are spread, and the precautions you can take to protect yourself. This short quiz will test your knowledge and will help you identify areas for you to review if necessary.

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  • 2. 

    Our Exposure Control Plan includes information on how to reduce your risk of exposure and what to do if you’re exposed.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. The Exposure Control Plan provides guidance on minimizing the risk of exposure to certain hazards. It includes information on preventive measures that can be taken to reduce the likelihood of exposure, as well as instructions on what to do in case of exposure. Therefore, the statement is accurate.

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  • 3. 

    Gloves provide protection so there's no need to wash your hands after removing them.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    This statement is false. Even though gloves provide some level of protection, it is still necessary to wash your hands after removing them. Gloves can become contaminated with bacteria, viruses, or other harmful substances, and washing your hands is important to remove any potential contaminants that may have transferred from the gloves to your hands. Washing hands is a crucial step in maintaining proper hygiene and preventing the spread of infections.

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  • 4. 

    The only time you really need to wear gloves when cleaning up blood is when you know for sure that the person's blood is infected.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Treat ALL blood and bosy fluids as if they are infected material because you never know for sure.

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  • 5. 

    The most common ways BBP's are transmitted are:

    • Through unprotected sex with an infected person

    • Sharing needles or other paraphernalia to inject drugs

    • Infected mothers to their newborns children

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "all of the above". This means that all the mentioned ways, including unprotected sex with an infected person, sharing needles or other drug paraphernalia, and transmission from infected mothers to their newborn children, are common ways through which blood-borne pathogens (BBP's) can be transmitted.

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  • 6. 

    The most important thing to remember is:

    • BBP's cannot survive on surfaces more than a week.

    • Most people exposed to BBP's may never become infected

    • Treat all blood and body fluids as infected material.

    Correct Answer
    A. Treat all blood and body fluids as infected material.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Treat all blood and body fluids as infected material." This is the most important thing to remember because it emphasizes the need to handle blood and body fluids with caution and treat them as potentially infectious. This approach helps to minimize the risk of transmission of bloodborne pathogens (BBPs) and ensures the safety of individuals handling these materials. It is crucial to follow proper infection control protocols and use appropriate protective measures to prevent the spread of BBPs.

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  • 7. 

    What if someone bites me and breaks the skin?

    • Immediately put on a bandaid.

    • Wash with Purell.

    • Immediately wash the area with soap and running water. Then seek medical attention.

    • Don't worry. Human bites are not dangerous.

    Correct Answer
    A. Immediately wash the area with soap and running water. Then seek medical attention.
    Explanation
    If someone bites you and breaks the skin, it is important to immediately wash the area with soap and running water. This helps to clean the wound and reduce the risk of infection. Seeking medical attention is also necessary as human bites can introduce bacteria into the wound, which may lead to complications.

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  • 8. 

    How often is OSHA training mandated?

    • When the school nurse decides it's necessary

    • Upon hire and annually

    • Twice a year

    Correct Answer
    A. Upon hire and annually
    Explanation
    OSHA training is mandated upon hire and annually. This means that employees must receive training when they are first hired, and then receive refresher training on an annual basis. This is important to ensure that employees are aware of the necessary safety protocols and regulations in the workplace, and to keep them updated on any changes or new information. By mandating training both upon hire and annually, employers can help to create a safe and healthy work environment for their employees.

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  • 9. 

    Those infected with a bloodborne pathogen can spread the disease to others, but only if symptoms are present.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Virtually anyone could unkowingly harbor a BBP. Many infected individuals have no symptoms for years, but they're still contagious and can spread the disease to others.

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  • 10. 

    Blood tests can diagnose HIV, but no vaccine or cure has yet been developed.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement correctly states that blood tests can diagnose HIV, which is true. However, it also mentions that no vaccine or cure has been developed for HIV, which is also true. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 11. 

    The first thing that you must do when you have been exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens is:

    • Call your doctor

    • Contact your supervisor

    • Immediately wash the exposed area with soap and water or flush mucous membranes and eyes with large amounts of water

    • Call OSHA

    Correct Answer
    A. Immediately wash the exposed area with soap and water or flush mucous membranes and eyes with large amounts of water
    Explanation
    When exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens, the immediate action should be to wash the exposed area with soap and water or flush mucous membranes and eyes with large amounts of water. This is important to minimize the risk of infection and to remove any potential pathogens from the body. Calling a doctor or supervisor may be necessary afterwards, but the first priority is to clean the affected area. OSHA is a regulatory agency and not directly involved in immediate response to an exposure.

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  • 12. 

    To effectively disinfect surfaces, you may use:

    • Coarse sponge and water

    • 1 part liquid soap to 9 parts water

    • 1 part bleach to 9 parts water

    Correct Answer
    A. 1 part bleach to 9 parts water
    Explanation
    Bleach is a strong disinfectant that can effectively kill germs and bacteria on surfaces. Mixing 1 part bleach with 9 parts water creates a diluted solution that is safe to use for disinfection. This ratio ensures that the bleach is not too concentrated, which could be harmful to surfaces or cause irritation. Diluted bleach is commonly recommended by health organizations for disinfecting surfaces, especially during times when there is a need for extra cleanliness and hygiene, such as during a pandemic.

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  • 13. 

    What if I get blood or body fluids on my clothes or shoes?

    • Wash them as soon as you get home from school.

    • Viruses can't live on inanimate objects, so don't worry.

    • Scrub items with wet paper towel, then wash your hands.

    • Remove clothes/shoes. Wash exposed skin right away.

    Correct Answer
    A. Remove clothes/shoes. Wash exposed skin right away.
    Explanation
    It is important to remove clothes and shoes if they come into contact with blood or body fluids to prevent further contamination. Washing exposed skin immediately is also crucial to minimize the risk of infection.

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  • 14. 

    There is no need to wear gloves when handling feces, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, sputum, sweat, tears, and saliva because they can not be infectious sources of bloodborne pathogens unless they are visibly contaminated with blood.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because while feces, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, sputum, sweat, tears, and saliva may not be directly infectious sources of bloodborne pathogens, they can still carry other types of pathogens such as bacteria or viruses. Therefore, it is important to wear gloves when handling these bodily fluids to minimize the risk of transmission and maintain proper hygiene standards.

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  • 15. 

    You can easily become infected through casual contact such as hugging, kissing on the cheek, touching door knobs or drinking from a water fountain.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that casual contact such as hugging, kissing on the cheek, touching door knobs, or drinking from a water fountain can easily lead to infection. However, this is not true. Infections are typically transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids, respiratory droplets, or contaminated surfaces. Casual contact alone is unlikely to result in infection unless there is a specific pathogen present and proper conditions for transmission. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 16. 

    There is a three shot vaccine series to protect against HBV.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because there is indeed a three-shot vaccine series available to protect against HBV. This vaccine is administered in three doses over a period of six months. Each dose helps to build immunity against the hepatitis B virus, providing long-term protection against the disease.

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  • 17. 

    Sexual contact and sharing infected needles are the only ways HIV can be transmitted.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false because HIV can be transmitted through sexual contact, sharing infected needles, and also through other ways such as from an infected mother to her child during childbirth or breastfeeding, and through blood transfusions with infected blood.

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  • 18. 

    When emptying garbage cans, grab the top of the bag with one hand and support the bottom with the other.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The correct answer is False. When emptying garbage cans, it is recommended to grab the bottom of the bag with one hand and support the top with the other. This ensures a better grip and prevents the bag from tearing or spilling its contents.

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  • 19. 

    If you get blood on your skin in a location that doesn't have runnng water, as on a bus or on a field trip, the only thing you can do is try to wipe it off with a paper towel or tissue.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    You should use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Since this is only a temporary measure, wash the area with soap and running water as soon as possible.

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  • 20. 

    HIV can survive on surfaces for up to a week.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The HIV does not survive well outside the body. Laboratory studies by the CDC have found that even highly concentrated amounts of HIV will die within hours on a surface. Drying of HIV-infected human blood or other body fluids reduces the theoretical risk of environmental transmission to essentially zero.

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