HC21 BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024/2025
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HC 21
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HC 21
Are all infectious diseases communicable?
→ No
What is the chain of infection?
→ A set of conditions that must be met for a disease to be passed from person to person
List in order the 6 steps in the chain of infection
→ 1. Causative agent
→ 2. reservoir
→ 3. portal of exit
→ 4....
→ Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome and is diagnosed when immune system is so
weak it can't fight off illness
→ Group of symptoms
Which four kinds of bodily fluids can transmit HIV?
→ Blood, semen secretions, vaginal secretions, and breast milk
Is HIV curable?
→ No
Why do partners who are both HIV positive still need to practice safe sex?
→ Because the virus can still mutate
How does the Ryan White CARE Act help patients with HIV or AIDS?
→ It funds the medical care for HIV and AIDS patients
How does the Americans with Disabilities Act help patients with HIV or AIDS?
→ It protects against discrimination in public, work, and school
What is hepatitis?
→ An inflammation of the liver
→ Causes can be viral or non-viral
Which two strains of hepatitis can be prevented with a vaccine?
→ Hepatitis A and B
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