RCS BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN TRAINING TEST
(Please print this test, answer the questions and return it to your school nurse when
completed.)
Employee Name: Susan Mahood
Date: August 14, 2023 School/Work Site: CES
True or False
_T_ 1. Bloodborne pathogens are germs that are found in the bloodstream and can cause
disease in humans.
_T_ 2. Common bloodborne diseases include Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV (AIDS).
_F__ 3. There are vaccines available to prevent Hepatitis C and HIV.
_T__ 4. Universal precautions are practices and procedures that help prevent the
transmission of bloodborne pathogens.
_F__ 5. Bloodborne pathogens are only found in blood and not other body fluids.
_T__ 6. Handwashing is the best way to prevent the spread of infections.
_T__ 7. Disposable vinyl gloves should be used when providing first aid or when coming
in contact with any blood or other potentially infectious materials.
_F__ 8. If a child has a bloody nose, the most important first step in treating them is to
get them to the nurse’s health office as soon as possible.
_T__9. Blood and body fluid spills should be cleaned and disinfected by the custodian.
_T__ 10. The RCS Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan is available in every
school office and school health office.
_F__ 11. You only need to wash your hands after wearing gloves when providing first aid
if there was a tear or break in the glove.
_T__12. Students should be encouraged to wash their own wounds with soap and water.
_F__ 13. When exposed to a potentially infectious body fluid, employees should only
report the incident if they are concerned.
_T__ 14. Any staff member whose position puts them at increased risk for bloodborne
pathogen exposure may request the Hepatitis B vaccine series.
_T__ 15. Human bites that break the skin and cause bleeding can transmit a bloodborne
pathogen.