Question 1

Which of the following items is not needed to fill out a communicable disease report form?

Accepted Answer

A)  Disease identification 
B)  Patient identification 
C)  Reporting-institution information 
D)  Test results 
E)  Infection history 
A)  Disease identification 
B)  Patient identification 
C)  Reporting-institution information 
D)  Test results 
E)  Infection history

Question 2

According to OSHA, Category I tasks

Accepted Answer

A)  do not involve risk of exposure. 
B)  involve tasks such as taking a patient's blood pressure. 
C)  do not require any special precautions. 
D)  involve tasks such as giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. 
E)  expose a worker to blood, body fluids, or tissues. 
A)  do not involve risk of exposure. 
B)  involve tasks such as taking a patient's blood pressure. 
C)  do not require any special precautions. 
D)  involve tasks such as giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. 
E)  expose a worker to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Question 3

Following ________ means assuming that all blood and body fluids are infected with bloodborne pathogens.

Accepted Answer

Universal

Question 4

Which guideline is vital when handling hazardous waste?

Accepted Answer

A)  Push intact contaminated needles into the biohazardous waste container for sharps 
B)  Break off or recap needles after use 
C)  Open, empty, and clean reusable sharps containers by hand 
D)  Place a biohazardous container in a secondary container when there is a danger of puncturing the primary container 
E)  Keep biohazardous waste containers open at all times 
A)  Push intact contaminated needles into the biohazardous waste container for sharps 
B)  Break off or recap needles after use 
C)  Open, empty, and clean reusable sharps containers by hand 
D)  Place a biohazardous container in a secondary container when there is a danger of puncturing the primary container 
E)  Keep biohazardous waste containers open at all times

Question 5

Max came home with an itchy red rash. When his mother took him to the pediatrician, she determined that Max had chickenpox. The pediatrician asked if other children at his daycare also have chickenpox, because this is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  endogenous infection 
B)  reportable infection 
C)  incurable infection 
D)  exogenous infection 
E)  healthcare-associated infection 
A)  endogenous infection 
B)  reportable infection 
C)  incurable infection 
D)  exogenous infection 
E)  healthcare-associated infection

Question 6

The cycle of infection begins with the establishment of the pathogen in the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  means of entrance 
B)  reservoir host 
C)  susceptible host 
D)  means of transmission 
E)  means of exit 
A)  means of entrance 
B)  reservoir host 
C)  susceptible host 
D)  means of transmission 
E)  means of exit

Question 7

Which of the following is a specific NIOSH recommendation for reducing work-related musculoskeletal injuries?

Accepted Answer

A)  When lifting an object, hold it as far away from your body as possible 
B)  When transferring a patient, always bend at the hips to lift the patient 
C)  Adjust your seat to the correct position to prevent back strain 
D)  Use a sturdy desk or chair to reach objects on high shelves 
E)  When using a computer, type as fast as possible to prevent hand cramping 
A)  When lifting an object, hold it as far away from your body as possible 
B)  When transferring a patient, always bend at the hips to lift the patient 
C)  Adjust your seat to the correct position to prevent back strain 
D)  Use a sturdy desk or chair to reach objects on high shelves 
E)  When using a computer, type as fast as possible to prevent hand cramping

Question 8

The penalty for an OSHA violation when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and when the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard, is____.

Accepted Answer

A)  a possibility of a $3,300 fine 
B)  a mandatory fine of up to $7,000 
C)  immediate dismissal of the employee who caused the violation 
D)  a fine of $33,000.00 
E)  up to 6 months' imprisonment 
A)  a possibility of a $3,300 fine 
B)  a mandatory fine of up to $7,000 
C)  immediate dismissal of the employee who caused the violation 
D)  a fine of $33,000.00 
E)  up to 6 months' imprisonment

Question 9

To know how to respond during a(n) ________ accident, you should familiarize yourself with the location of circuit breakers and emergency power shutoffs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To know how to respond during a(n)...

Question 10

An employer is required to offer a medical worker the HBV vaccination within ____ days of starting employment.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  30 
D)  60 
E)  90 
A)  5 
B)  10 
C)  30 
D)  60 
E)  90

Question 11

People who perform ________ tasks often develop work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People who perform ________ tasks often develop...

Question 12

Another term for good ergonomic practice is body ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Another term for good ergonomic practice is...

Question 13

A person who has little or no immunity to infection by an organism is called a(n) ________ host.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A person who has little or no...

Question 14

Which of the following is not required by the OSHA Hazard Communication?

Accepted Answer

A)  Containers used to store items possibly contaminated with bloodborne pathogens must be clearly marked with a biohazard symbol 
B)  Employees must receive training about workplace hazards 
C)  Containers used to store nonhazardous waste must be clearly marked 
D)  Employees must have access to information about workplace hazards 
E)  Employees must be instructed in measures they can take to protect themselves against harm from hazardous substances 
A)  Containers used to store items possibly contaminated with bloodborne pathogens must be clearly marked with a biohazard symbol 
B)  Employees must receive training about workplace hazards 
C)  Containers used to store nonhazardous waste must be clearly marked 
D)  Employees must have access to information about workplace hazards 
E)  Employees must be instructed in measures they can take to protect themselves against harm from hazardous substances

Question 15

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the method by which a pathogen can enter a new host?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E

Question 16

A shortened version of the MSDS that is permanently affixed to a substance container is called the ________ label.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A shortened version of the MSDS that...

Question 17

Which of the following factors of host susceptibility are related to the pathogen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Point of entry 
B)  Genetics 
C)  Stress 
D)  General health 
E)  Hygiene habits 
A)  Point of entry 
B)  Genetics 
C)  Stress 
D)  General health 
E)  Hygiene habits

Question 18

Which of the following is a special safety precaution that relates specifically to patients with physical disabilities?

Accepted Answer

A)  Store toxic items in high cabinets 
B)  Sanitize toys daily 
C)  Never leave the patient alone in an exam room 
D)  Check for small pieces that might be a choking hazard 
E)  Check toys periodically for sharp edges 
A)  Store toxic items in high cabinets 
B)  Sanitize toys daily 
C)  Never leave the patient alone in an exam room 
D)  Check for small pieces that might be a choking hazard 
E)  Check toys periodically for sharp edges

Question 19

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the means of exit for the pathogen to leave the reservoir?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E

Question 20

Red bags or bags that have a biohazardous waste label are used for ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  chemicals used in the medical office 
B)  used lancets and needles 
C)  broken glassware 
D)  dressings contaminated with blood or body fluids 
E)  shredded medical documents 
A)  chemicals used in the medical office 
B)  used lancets and needles 
C)  broken glassware 
D)  dressings contaminated with blood or body fluids 
E)  shredded medical documents

Exam 6: Basic Safety and Infection Control

Which of the following items is not needed to fill out a communicable disease report form?

According to OSHA, Category I tasks

Following ________ means assuming that all blood and body fluids are infected with bloodborne pathogens.

Which guideline is vital when handling hazardous waste?

Max came home with an itchy red rash. When his mother took him to the pediatrician, she determined that Max had chickenpox. The pediatrician asked if other children at his daycare also have chickenpox, because this is a(n) ____.

The cycle of infection begins with the establishment of the pathogen in the ____.

Which of the following is a specific NIOSH recommendation for reducing work-related musculoskeletal injuries?

The penalty for an OSHA violation when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and when the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard, is____.

To know how to respond during a(n) ________ accident, you should familiarize yourself with the location of circuit breakers and emergency power shutoffs.

An employer is required to offer a medical worker the HBV vaccination within ____ days of starting employment.

People who perform ________ tasks often develop work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

Another term for good ergonomic practice is body ________.

A person who has little or no immunity to infection by an organism is called a(n) ________ host.

Which of the following is not required by the OSHA Hazard Communication?

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the method by which a pathogen can enter a new host?

A shortened version of the MSDS that is permanently affixed to a substance container is called the ________ label.

Which of the following factors of host susceptibility are related to the pathogen?

Which of the following is a special safety precaution that relates specifically to patients with physical disabilities?

Which item on the diagram of the cycle of infection is the means of exit for the pathogen to leave the reservoir?

Red bags or bags that have a biohazardous waste label are used for ____.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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