Processing of Patient Specimens and Handling of Actively Growing Cultures

question 53

Multiple Choice

Processing of patient specimens and handling of actively growing cultures of microorganisms puts an employee at risk of potential contact with the infectious agent through all the following routes except:

• A)mucous membranes.
• B)blood splashed onto intact skin.
• C)inhalation of aerosols.
• D)accidental ingestion.

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Definitions:

Reasonable Care

A legal standard requiring individuals to act with the caution and attentiveness that a prudent person would under similar circumstances.

Delegating Authority

The process by which a person or body authorizes another person or body to perform certain tasks or make decisions on its behalf.

Interest

The charge for borrowing money, typically expressed as an annual percentage rate, or the profit earned on money invested.

Obey

To follow or comply with commands, restrictions, or instructions, often from an authority or rule.