The Causative Agents of Bubonic Plague, Which Killed 100 Million

question 45

Multiple Choice

The causative agents of bubonic plague, which killed 100 million people during the 14th century, were

• A) fish.
• B) rats.
• C) fleas.
• D) viruses.
• E) bacteria.

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Definitions:

Recognized Hazards

Potential sources of harm or danger that have been identified and acknowledged, often in the context of workplace safety.

Bloodborne Pathogens

Pathogens present in the bloodstream of humans which can lead to diseases such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV in people.

Standard Precautions

A set of infection control practices used in healthcare settings to prevent transmission of diseases that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, and mucous membranes.

Transmission-based Precautions

Infection prevention measures tailored to halt the spread of specific pathogens through direct or indirect contact, droplets, or airborne transmission.