OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens for
Healthcare Personnel (Media Lab)
"Standard Precautions" is an approach to infection control that is designed to reduce risk of
transmission of microorganisms in hospitals and other healthcare settings. Which of these
statements best describes the intent of Standard Precautions? - correct answer All blood, tissue,
body fluids, secretions, and excretions should be considered potentially infectious and health
care workers should use appropriate PPE and safe work practices when in direct contact with
patients or any specimen types.
Which organ is the primary target of the hepatitis B virus? - correct answer Liver
Which of the following statements about hepatitis C virus (HCV) is true? - correct answer There
is no vaccination against infection with HCV.
A small spill of blood has occurred that involves broken glass. Which of these procedures should
be followed to clean it up? - correct answer Put on all required PPE including utility gloves, and
use forceps, tongs, or a brush and dustpan to pick up and discard the broken glass. Follow your
facility's procedure for decontamination and clean-up of the spill.
Which of the following items must be labeled with a biohazard label or be colored red or orange
to indicate it is a biohazard? - correct answer A container that is used for disposal of
contaminated needles.
In which situation is it appropriate to use an alcohol-based hand rub to perform hand hygiene? -
correct answer Between patient contacts, as long as hands are not visibly dirty
What should you do before disposing of needles in sharps containers? - correct answer Engage
the needle safety device.
