CPC Safety Procedures & Infection Control 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which OSHA standard specifically addresses collector exposure to bloodborne pathogens?
- 29 CFR 1910.1030 (Correct answer)
- 29 CFR 1910.134
- 29 CFR 1910.1200
- 29 CFR 1910.147
Correct answer: 29 CFR 1910.1030
29 CFR 1910.1030 is OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, requiring exposure control plans, PPE, and training for workers exposed to blood or OPIM.
Question 2: After an accidental needlestick, what is the FIRST action a collector should take?
- Complete an incident report immediately
- Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water (Correct answer)
- Notify the supervisor on duty
- Seek post-exposure prophylaxis medication
Correct answer: Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water
Immediate first aid — washing the puncture site with soap and water for several minutes — is the first priority before any administrative steps.
Question 3: Which pathogen is NOT typically transmitted via the bloodborne route during specimen collection?
- HIV
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is transmitted via airborne droplet nuclei, not through blood contact, unlike HIV, HBV, and HCV.
Question 4: A sharps container should be replaced when it is filled to what level?
- 50%
- 75% (Correct answer)
- 90%
- 100%
Correct answer: 75%
Sharps containers must be sealed and replaced when three-quarters (75%) full to prevent overfilling and accidental needlestick injuries.
Question 5: When collecting from a patient in airborne precautions, which respiratory protection is required?
- Standard surgical mask
- N95 or higher respirator (Correct answer)
- Cloth face covering
- No respiratory protection needed
Correct answer: N95 or higher respirator
An N95 respirator or higher is required for airborne precaution rooms to filter the small particles that carry airborne pathogens.
Question 6: How long should hands be washed with soap and water to be effective according to CDC guidelines?
- 5 seconds
- 10 seconds
- 20 seconds (Correct answer)
- 60 seconds
Correct answer: 20 seconds
The CDC recommends scrubbing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.
Question 7: Which of the following is considered Other Potentially Infectious Material (OPIM)?
- Sweat
- Urine with no visible blood
- Cerebrospinal fluid (Correct answer)
- Exhaled breath
Correct answer: Cerebrospinal fluid
Cerebrospinal fluid is classified as OPIM under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard because it may contain bloodborne pathogens.
CPC Safety Procedures & Infection Control 2
Which OSHA standard specifically addresses collector exposure to bloodborne pathogens?