Question

1. true or false: employees exposed to bloodborne pathogens are at no risk for serious or life - threatening illness

true
false

1. when cleaning up a work area you feel a sharp burning sensation in your hand and find that you have been cut by a contaminated sharp. what should you do?

wash the cut with soap and water but avoid reporting the incident as an exposure.
wash the cut with soap and water and report the incident as an exposure immediately.
delay medical attention but report an exposure to your employer.
seek immediate medical attention but avoid reporting the incident until evaluated.

Explanation:

1. Bloodborne pathogens like HIV, hepatitis B and C can cause serious or life - threatening illnesses, so employees exposed are at risk.
2. When cut by a contaminated sharp, washing with soap and water and reporting the exposure immediately helps in proper follow - up and treatment to prevent potential infections.

Answer:

1. False
2. Wash the cut with soap and water and report the incident as an exposure immediately.