Standard Precautions Are Used on the Assumption That

question 31

Multiple Choice

Standard Precautions are used on the assumption that:

• A) the blood and body fluids of all patients are potentially infectious.
• B) hemorrhage is likely in most patients who call EMS.
• C) paramedics are threatened mainly by airborne pathogens.
• D) patients who look healthy are not contagious.

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