DHG 161 Final Exam Review (Test 1)
Questions with Correct Answers
All of the following statements with respect to hepatitis B vaccination are true, EXCEPT:
A. primary immunization with hepatitis B vaccine consists of three IM injections at 0, 1, and 6
months
B. post-vaccination confirmation of seroconversion is mandated 1-2 months after the third dose
C. OHCP who do not develop an adequate antibody response to primary vaccination series shall
be offered a second 3-dose vaccine series
D. if no antibody response occurs to the second hepatitis B vaccination series, testing for HBsAg
is strongly recommended B. post-vaccination confirmation of seroconversion is mandated
1-2 months after the third dose
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to HPV?
A. the HPV may be acquired occupationally by OHCP through a cut, abrasion, or small tear in
the outer layer of skin or mucous membranes
B. high risk strains of HPV may cause cervical cancer and contribute to cancer of the mouth and
upper respiratory tract
C. the recommended HPV for OHCP is Gardasil
,D. all of the above D. all of the above
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the hepatitis A virus?
A. the HAV is transmitted primarily by the fecal-oral route, either person-to-person contact or
consumption of contaminated food or water
B. HAV vaccination is recommended for all adults with chronic liver disease, illicit drug users,
and those at risk for healthcare-associated exposure
C. there are two inactivated hep A whole-virus vaccines and a combination hep A and B vaccine
D. all of the above D. all of the above
Which of the following is correct with respect to wearing PPE?
A. the wearing of PPE is mandated by Standard and Transmission-Based Precautions
B. PPE are medical devices designed to protect healthcare-associated infections
C. in healthcare settings PPE includes the use of surgical gowns, surgical masks, respirators,
goggles, face shields, and gloves
D. all of the above D. all of the above
, Which of the following federal agencies is the nation's health protection agency that makes
evidence-based recommendations related to the prevention and control of disease, injury, and
disability?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA A. CDC
Which of the following federal agencies is responsible for setting and enforcing regulations to
assure safe and healthy working conditions?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA C. OSHA
All of the following statements related to protective clothing are correct EXCEPT:
A. protective clothing is to be changed daily, when it becomes visibly soiled and as soon as
possible if penetrated by blood or OPIM
B. protective clothing must be disposable
Questions with Correct Answers
All of the following statements with respect to hepatitis B vaccination are true, EXCEPT:
A. primary immunization with hepatitis B vaccine consists of three IM injections at 0, 1, and 6
months
B. post-vaccination confirmation of seroconversion is mandated 1-2 months after the third dose
C. OHCP who do not develop an adequate antibody response to primary vaccination series shall
be offered a second 3-dose vaccine series
D. if no antibody response occurs to the second hepatitis B vaccination series, testing for HBsAg
is strongly recommended B. post-vaccination confirmation of seroconversion is mandated
1-2 months after the third dose
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to HPV?
A. the HPV may be acquired occupationally by OHCP through a cut, abrasion, or small tear in
the outer layer of skin or mucous membranes
B. high risk strains of HPV may cause cervical cancer and contribute to cancer of the mouth and
upper respiratory tract
C. the recommended HPV for OHCP is Gardasil
,D. all of the above D. all of the above
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the hepatitis A virus?
A. the HAV is transmitted primarily by the fecal-oral route, either person-to-person contact or
consumption of contaminated food or water
B. HAV vaccination is recommended for all adults with chronic liver disease, illicit drug users,
and those at risk for healthcare-associated exposure
C. there are two inactivated hep A whole-virus vaccines and a combination hep A and B vaccine
D. all of the above D. all of the above
Which of the following is correct with respect to wearing PPE?
A. the wearing of PPE is mandated by Standard and Transmission-Based Precautions
B. PPE are medical devices designed to protect healthcare-associated infections
C. in healthcare settings PPE includes the use of surgical gowns, surgical masks, respirators,
goggles, face shields, and gloves
D. all of the above D. all of the above
, Which of the following federal agencies is the nation's health protection agency that makes
evidence-based recommendations related to the prevention and control of disease, injury, and
disability?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA A. CDC
Which of the following federal agencies is responsible for setting and enforcing regulations to
assure safe and healthy working conditions?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA C. OSHA
All of the following statements related to protective clothing are correct EXCEPT:
A. protective clothing is to be changed daily, when it becomes visibly soiled and as soon as
possible if penetrated by blood or OPIM
B. protective clothing must be disposable
