Question

select the choice that best completes the following statement. select the statement that is true in regards to handling emergencies. a) an injured person should never treat themselves b) wear proper ppe when administering first aid c) no ppe is necessary when administering mouth - to - mouth resuscitation d) food handling gloves are a good substitute for leak - proof disposable gloves

Explanation:

• Option a: In some minor cases, an injured person can treat themselves (e.g., cleaning a small cut), so this is false.
• Option b: Wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when administering first aid is crucial to protect both the provider and the recipient from bloodborne pathogens, so this is true.
• Option c: PPE (like a barrier device) is necessary for mouth - to - mouth resuscitation to prevent exposure to bodily fluids, so this is false.
• Option d: Food handling gloves are not designed as a substitute for leak - proof disposable gloves which are made for protection against bloodborne pathogens, so this is false.

Answer:

B. Wear proper PPE when administering first aid