Phlebotomy: Types of Hazards Exam Questions And Correct Answers.

Name (7) "environmental hazards"? - Answer 1 - biologic 2 - sharps 3 - chemical 4 - electrical 5 - fire or explosive 6 - physical 7 - allergic reaction Define "biologic": - Answer infectious agents can cause bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections Define "sharps": - Answer needles, lancets, and broken glass can puncture, cut, and cause bloodborne pathogen exposure Define "chemical": - Answer preservatives and chemicals used in the laboratory can create possible exposure to toxic, carcinogenic, or cause substances Define "electrical": - Answer high-voltage equipment can cause burns or electrical shock Define "fire or explosive": - Answer bunsen burners, oxygen, and chemicals can cause burns or dismemberment Define "physical": - Answer wet floors and heavy lifting can cause falls, sprains, and strains Define "allergic reaction": - Answer latex sensitivity can cause allergic reactions ranging from superficial dermatitis to anaphylaxis. Use nitrile gloves if there is a latex allergy Name (2) biohazards: - Answer 1 - bloodborne pathogens 2 - hepatitis B (HBV) Define "bloodborne pathogens": - Answer one type of biohazard, are microorganisms, such as viruses or bacteria, that are carried in the blood and can cause disease