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A series of multiple-choice questions and answers related to bloodborne pathogens and safety practices in tattooing and piercing studios. It covers topics such as hepatitis b and c transmission, hiv, sterilization techniques, exposure control plans, and post-exposure prophylaxis. The document aims to educate tattoo and piercing artists on essential safety protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
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Hepatitis C transmission is not a concern in a tattoo studio as there is no evidence that hepatitis is spread by tattooing or piercing. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
This blood borne pathogen is highly contagious and survives in dry blood for up to 7 days. A) Hepatitis C B) HIV C) Hepatitis B D) All of the above - ANSWER C) Hepatitis B
People infected with blood borne pathogens are typically asymptomatic for years before they display any symptom of disease or infection. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
Visible blood or bio-contaminants on instruments or needles are NOT necessary for infection to be transmitted. All used or contaminated instruments are considered a biohazard. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards do not apply to tattoo & piercing artists because they do not work with blood.
A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Hepatitis C virus can survive outside the human body at normal temperature for up to 4 days. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
HIV is 100 times more contagious than Hepatitis B. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Bloodborne pathogens are transmitted the following ways EXCEPT : A) Sex with infected partner B) Sharing needles C) Contact with blood D) Kissing - ANSWER D) Kissing
If you notice that a client's skin has small rashes (look like spider bites), what should you do? A) Ask the client to see a doctor and get clearance B) Clean the skin, wear gloves and a mask, and perform the procedure C) Go ahead and perform the procedure without cleaning the skin because the antiseptics might sting and you're protected by PPE D) Inform the client that they might consider better hygiene practices - ANSWER A) Ask the client to see a doctor and get clearance
Hepatitis B vaccination is NOT effective, if given after an exposure that has already occurred.
A) Date & Time of Exposure B) Client's information C) Instruments involved D) All of the above - ANSWER D) All of the above
Needles used in the tattooing process should be single use needles. They are to be disposed of in an approved 'sharps' container upon completion of the tattoo. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
If an artist just needs to refill an ink cap for a client they've already been working on, the gloves should be taken off prior to refilling, even when using a clean paper towel to open the nozzle. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
Hypothetical: A studio manager or owner was present in the studio when a blood exposure incident occurred. Since they witnessed the incident, it is unnecessary to fill out an incident report. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Needle cartridges should be kept in the original sterilized packaging until removed in front of client prior to performing a tattoo. If the client decides not to get the tattoo for any reason, you should save the cartridge for the next client since it is still clean and never touched skin. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Which of the following are key steps in prevention of MRSA skin infection?
A) Practice good hand hygiene B) Keep cuts and scrapes covered C) Avoid sharing items such as towels and razors D) All of the above - ANSWER D) All of the above
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is available for the following : A) Hepatitis B B) Hepatitis C C) HIV D) Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C - ANSWER A) Hepatitis B
Rinse cup water is NOT considered biohazardous waste. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Which of the following are indicators that a tattoo is not healing A) Excessive swelling B) Oozing or plasma weeping for more than 2 weeks C) Excessive pain and tenderness D) All of the above - ANSWER D) All of the above
While tattooing a client, something splashes on your face and eye. You can't be certain what it is. What should you do? A) Wipe your face and go back to work B) If it's not blood, it's not a concern C) Wash hands with soap and water, flush eye with water for 15 minutes D) Call a lawyer and sue the client for infecting you - ANSWER C) Wash hands with soap and water, flush eye with water for 15 minutes
A) 1 and 4 B) 3 C) 1, 2, 4 D) All of the above - ANSWER C) 1, 2, 4
The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requires: A) Establish Exposure Control Plan B) Implement use of Universal Precautions C) Use of PPEs D) All of the above - ANSWER D) All of the above
HIV survives for 7 days in dried blood. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Which of the following is the most effective method to sterilize tattoo and piercing equipment? A) Rinse with hot water & use UV sterilizer B) Autoclave C) Hospital grade disinfectant(s) D) Boiling water - ANSWER B) Autoclave
If you find dried blood on the floor, you can clean it without wearing gloves, because bacteria and viruses do not survive in dry blood. A) True
B) False - ANSWER B) False
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standards apply to employers, contractors, and employees. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
Instruments must be cleaned before an autoclave disinfection or sterilization procedure. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
Every shop should retain incident reports permanently. The disposal or destruction of these reports is prohibited. A) True B) False - ANSWER A) True
Large needle groupings like a 23Mag are more of a contamination risk than small needles like a BugPin3 because they cause more bleeding. A) True B) False - ANSWER B) False
Surface disinfectants (e.g. Madacide) are approved by the following government agency. A) American Medical Association B) EPA C) OSHA D) FDA - ANSWER B) EPA