HealthStream: Blood borne Pathogens-
Test Questions & Answers
Bloodborne diseases can be spread in the healthcare setting. This is most likely to happen if a
healthcare worker: Correct Ans-Has a needle-stick injury
Which of the following is an engineering control used to safeguard against exposure to
bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-Safety needles
Which of the following is a work practice control used to safeguard against exposure to
bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-Use of alcohol rubs for routine hand hygiene
Which of the following is a VIOLATION of a work practice control used to safeguard against
exposure to bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-A healthcare worker applies makeup in a lab
where blood samples are tested.
If you are exposed to a patient's blood, it is important to follow the acronym: Correct Ans-
WIN
If you are exposed to a patient's blood, you should IMMEDIATELY: Correct Ans-Wash the
exposed area with soap and water
Which of the following is an important bloodborne pathogen? Correct Ans-Hepatitis C virus
Test Questions & Answers
Bloodborne diseases can be spread in the healthcare setting. This is most likely to happen if a
healthcare worker: Correct Ans-Has a needle-stick injury
Which of the following is an engineering control used to safeguard against exposure to
bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-Safety needles
Which of the following is a work practice control used to safeguard against exposure to
bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-Use of alcohol rubs for routine hand hygiene
Which of the following is a VIOLATION of a work practice control used to safeguard against
exposure to bloodborne pathogens? Correct Ans-A healthcare worker applies makeup in a lab
where blood samples are tested.
If you are exposed to a patient's blood, it is important to follow the acronym: Correct Ans-
WIN
If you are exposed to a patient's blood, you should IMMEDIATELY: Correct Ans-Wash the
exposed area with soap and water
Which of the following is an important bloodborne pathogen? Correct Ans-Hepatitis C virus
