NCMA Infection Control & Sterilization 3

Question 1

Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, employers must offer hepatitis B vaccination to employees at no cost within how many days of hire?

Accepted Answer

10 working days

Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) requires employers to offer hepatitis B vaccination at no cost within 10 working days of initial assignment to occupational exposure tasks.

Question 2

Which type of PPE must be worn when there is a risk of splashing blood or body fluids to the face?

Accepted Answer

Eye protection and mask or face shield

Answer

When splashing or spraying of blood or body fluids to the face is anticipated, both eye protection (goggles or face shield) and a mask or face shield must be worn to protect mucous membranes.

Question 3

A needle stick injury must be reported to which resource first in most facilities?

Accepted Answer

The supervisor or occupational health department

Answer

Needle stick injuries should be reported immediately to the supervisor and/or occupational health department for timely post-exposure prophylaxis evaluation and documentation.

Question 4

Which isolation precaution category is required for a patient with influenza?

Accepted Answer

Droplet precautions

Answer

Influenza is transmitted via large respiratory droplets (travel less than 3–6 feet) and requires droplet precautions including a surgical mask for healthcare workers within that distance.

Question 5

Which sterilization quality assurance method is considered the GOLD STANDARD for verifying sterilizer function?

Accepted Answer

Biological indicator (spore test)

Answer

Biological indicators using heat-resistant spores (e.g., Geobacillus stearothermophilus for steam) are the gold standard because they directly test whether the sterilization process killed the most resistant organisms.

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