Deck 9: Bloodborne Pathogens, Universal Precautions, and Wound Care

Question 1

What are the different modes of transmission for a bloodborne pathogen?

Answer 1

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Question 2

What are the signs and symptoms of hepatitis C and how can it be prevented?

Answer 2

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Question 3

Describe the steps involved in proper care of an open skin wound.

Answer 3

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Question 4

List the actions to be taken by an athletic trainer and the steps involved in the initial and the follow-up care in case of a puncture wound.

Question 5

What is a bloodborne pathogen?

A) A microorganism that can cause disease
B) A fluid contaminated with blood
C) An organism only found in human blood
D) A disease characterized by the inflammation of the liver

Question 6

Which of the following isNOT a sign or symptom of HBV?

A) Jaundice
B) Abdominal pain
C) Headache
D) Weight loss

Question 7

Which of the following bodily fluids doesNOT transmit HIV?

A) Blood
B) Saliva
C) Semen
D) Vaginal fluid

Question 8

What is the series in which the HBV vaccine is given?

A) 2 doses over a 6-month period
B) 3 doses over an 8-month period
C) 3 doses over a 6-month period
D) 2 doses over a 4-month period

Question 9

Which of the following is true of hepatitis C?

A) It spreads by sharing eating utensils and drinking glasses.
B) It spreads easily through intimate sexual contact.
C) It is commonly transmitted by sneezing, coughing, and casual contact.
D) It is commonly transmitted by sharing needles or syringes.

Question 10

Which of the following is least likely to cause HIV transmission?

A) Boxing
B) Football
C) Wrestling
D) Rugby

Question 11

Which of the following is true of HIV?

A) Sixty-seven percent of people with HIV develop chronic liver disease and need liver transplant.
B) People with HIV may go as long as 8 to 10 years before developing any signs or symptoms.
C) Approximately 85 percent of people infected with HIV recover within 6 to 8 weeks.
D) Peginterferon and ribavirin are two drugs used in combination that appear to be the most effective for the treatment of people with HIV.

Question 12

Which of the following infections has the potential to eventually destroy the immune system?

A) HIV
B) HBV
C) HCV
D) HPV

Question 13

If an athlete is exposed to a bloodborne pathogen, which of the following shouldNOT occur?

A) Notification of the coach
B) Completion of a medical evaluation form
C) Performance of a blood test
D) Meeting with a counselor

Question 14

Which of the following types of wounds has smooth edges that can be easily cleaned and pulled together by sutures?

A) A puncture wound
B) An incision
C) An avulsion wound
D) A laceration

Question 15

What type of dressing is most beneficial in keeping a wound moist and providing a barrier against disease transmission?

A) Band-Aid with antibiotic ointment
B) Occlusive dressing
C) Non-adhesive dressing
D) Gauze with antibiotic ointment

Question 16

If a uniform becomes saturated with blood, what is the proper action that should be taken for the athlete to continue participation?

A) No action should be taken, and the athlete should continue without interruption.
B) The blood should be rinsed off with water.
C) The uniform should be changed immediately.
D) The uniform should be changed at half-time.

Question 17

Which of the following solution mixes would be the best to clean treatment tables in the athletic training room?

A) A 1:10 solution of alcohol and water
B) A 1:10 solution of bleach and water
C) A 1:20 solution of bleach and water
D) A 1:20 solution of alcohol and water

Question 18

What does the USOC recommend to protect athletes from disease transmission?

A) The athlete shower immediately after practice
B) The athlete should wear personal protective equipment such as gloves
C) The athlete partake in a mandatory HIV testing
D) The athlete not use a mouthpiece in high-risk sports

Question 19

In order to reduce the risk of HIV infection, what is an important measure to practice?

A) Practice good hygiene before sex.
B) Choose promiscuous sex partners.
C) Use only condoms when having sex with an HIV-infected person.
D) Avoid drugs that impair judgment.

Question 20

Which type of wound is tetanus associated with?

A) A laceration
B) An abrasion
C) A puncture wound
D) An avulsion wound

Question 21

The ideal prophylactic glove is made of:

A) vinyl.
B) latex.
C) nitrile rubber.
D) polyvinyl chloride.

Question 22

Which of the following wounds results from the skin being torn from the body?

A) Avulsion
B) Incision
C) Laceration
D) Abrasion

Question 23

All of the following are signs and symptoms of HCVEXCEPT for which condition?

A) Jaundice
B) Dark Urine
C) Left quadrant pain
D) Nausea

Question 24

The three most significant bloodborne pathogens are HAV, HBV, and HIV.

Question 25

HBV is more likely to spread than HIV because it is stronger and more durable than HIV.

Question 26

HIV is now managed with a drug cocktail that can slow its reproduction in the body.

Question 27

An athlete who has not received the tetanus vaccine in childhood should receive an injection of tetanus immune globulin (Hyper-Tet) immediately after sustaining a skin wound.

Question 28

To prevent the transmission of HIV and HBV, latex condoms should be used with a water-based lubricant.

Question 29

An athlete with HIV should avoid engaging in exhaustive exercise and, therefore, should be disqualified from participation.

Question 30

When one is disposing a sharp object, it should be placed into a puncture resistant, leakproof, labeled container.

Question 31

There is minimal risk of on-field transmission of HIV from one player to another.

Question 32

An infected person with HBV may test positive 4 to 8 weeks after symptoms develop.

Question 33

All institutions should take responsibility to educate students about bloodborne pathogens.

Question 34

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome is a collection of signs and symptoms as a result of having a viral infection.

Question 35

A tetanus booster should be given every 10 years.

Question 36

When treating any type of wound, it should be cleaned with hydrogen peroxide.

Question 37

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) can be transmitted from an infected person by sharing utensils and drinking glasses or through sexual contact.

Question 38

The classic signs of infection are the same as those for inflammation.

Question 39

When hepatitis C is suspected, even though an initial test is negative, the test should be repeated.

Question 40

Gloves made of vinyl or nitrile rubber can be used when there is minimal prospect for long-term exposure to blood or other bodily fluids.