ASPT Safety and Infection Control 2

Question 1

Which type of precaution is used in addition to Standard Precautions for patients with airborne-transmissible diseases such as tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

Airborne precautions

Answer

Airborne precautions are required for TB and other diseases spread via small respiratory droplets that remain suspended in air.

Question 2

A phlebotomist accidentally splashes blood in their eye. What is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Flush the eye with water for 15 minutes

Answer

Immediate and prolonged flushing of the affected eye with water for at least 15 minutes is the first step after a mucous membrane exposure.

Question 3

What does the term 'chain of infection' refer to in infection control?

Accepted Answer

The series of links that must all be present for an infection to spread

Answer

The chain of infection describes the six elements — infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host — that must all be intact for infection to occur.

Question 4

Latex allergies in patients are best managed by the phlebotomist by:

Accepted Answer

Using latex-free gloves and latex-free tourniquets

Answer

Latex-free gloves and latex-free tourniquets must be used to prevent allergic reactions in latex-sensitive patients.

Question 5

Which government agency sets the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard that protects healthcare workers from occupational exposure?

Accepted Answer

OSHA

Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) mandates exposure control plans, PPE use, and post-exposure protocols for healthcare workers.

(ASPT) American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians Practice Test

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ASPT Safety and Infection Control 2