CCBMA Infection Control and Safety

Question 1

According to OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, which items are considered personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling blood specimens?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, gown, eye protection, and mask as appropriate

Answer

Lab coat only

Answer

Gloves only

Answer

Hand washing only

Question 2

Which hand hygiene method is most effective against Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) spores?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water handwashing

Answer

Alcohol-based hand rub

Answer

Antiseptic wipes

Answer

Nitrile gloves alone

Question 3

What is the first action a medical assistant should take immediately after a needlestick injury?

Accepted Answer

Wash the site with soap and water for at least 15 minutes

Answer

Report the incident to the supervisor

Answer

Apply a tourniquet to stop blood flow

Answer

Immediately seek antiviral treatment

Question 4

Which of the following is required in a healthcare facility's Exposure Control Plan per OSHA?

Accepted Answer

Identification of tasks that may expose employees to bloodborne pathogens

Answer

A list of all employees by salary

Answer

Annual employee vacation schedules

Answer

Patient insurance information

Question 5

When using Standard Precautions, gloves must be worn when:

Accepted Answer

Handling any body fluids, non-intact skin, or mucous membranes

Answer

Greeting patients at check-in

Answer

Taking blood pressure readings

Answer

Reviewing paper medical records

Question 6

Sharps containers should be replaced when they are filled to what capacity?

Accepted Answer

Three-quarters (75%) full

Answer

100%

Answer

Half (50%) full

Answer

One-quarter (25%) full