1.4 Lowering the Risk of Infection

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered communicable diseases?

• Influenza

• Diabetes

• Tuberculosis

• Hypertension

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Bloodborne pathogens are spread when blood from an infected person enters the

of a person who is not infected.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a method of indirect transmission?

• Touching a contaminated doorknob

• Breathing in airborne droplets

• Direct exchange of saliva

• Contact with contaminated water

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a disease transmitted by vector transmission?

• Malaria

• Influenza

• Tuberculosis

• Chickenpox

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Disposable gloves should be used only

and must be discarded after use.

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of CPR breathing barriers?

• To protect from contact with body fluids

• To help the person breathe better

• To provide oxygen

• To keep the airway open

Multiple Choice

Why is handwashing considered the single most important means of lowering the risk of infection during first aid?

• It removes visible dirt only

• It kills bacteria and viruses on the hands

• It prevents dehydration

• It is required by law

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items should be used to protect your body from any foreign pathogens entering through your eyes?

• Disposable Gloves

• CPR Breathing Barrier

• Medical-Grade Face Mask

• Goggles

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should be used if no running water or hand washing stations are available.

Multiple Select

Select all actions that help lower the risk of infection after an incident involving blood or bodily fluids.

• Disinfecting surfaces and equipment

• Minimizing contact with exposed surfaces

• Wearing disposable gloves

• Ignoring the spill if it is small

Multiple Choice

After cleaning up a spill with disinfectant, what should you do with the materials used for cleaning if a biohazard container is not available?

• Place them in a sealable plastic bag or container with a lid, seal it, and dispose of it properly

• Throw them in the regular trash

• Leave them in the open to air dry

• Burn them immediately