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

OSHA requires appropriate PPE including gloves, gown, eye protection, and mask depending on exposure risk.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Soap and water handwashing

Answer

Alcohol-based products are ineffective against C. diff spores; soap and water physically remove them from hands.

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

Immediately washing with soap and water for at least 15 minutes helps reduce the risk of pathogen transmission.

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

OSHA's BBP standard requires employers to identify job tasks involving exposure risk in their written Exposure Control Plan.

Question 5

When using Standard Precautions, gloves must be worn when:

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Standard Precautions require gloves for contact with blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, and mucous membranes.

CCBMA - California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants Practice Test