Biological Hazards in Social Care: Types, Prevention, and Control

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a biological hazard encountered in social care settings?

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Chemicals

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Bloodborne pathogens

Question 2

How can biological hazards commonly spread?

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Contact with infected people

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Breathing in tiny drops in the air

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Eating or drinking something contaminated

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Exposure to sunlight

Question 3

In social care settings, when choosing a disinfectant for environmental cleaning, which characteristic is most crucial?

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Effectiveness against various pathogens

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Pleasant odor

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Ease of application and rinsing

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Non-toxicity and environmental friendliness

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a type of biological hazard commonly encountered in social care settings?

Accepted Answer

Chemicals

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Fungi

Question 5

Which of the following bacteria is a common cause of skin and soft tissue infections in social care settings?

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Staphylococcus aureus

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Streptococcus pyogenes

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Escherichia coli

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Clostridium difficile

Question 6

In a social care setting, which disposal method for contaminated biological materials violates health and safety regulations?

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Discarding in regular waste bins

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Segregating into specific containers based on hazard level

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Incinerating at high temperatures

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Autoclaving under controlled conditions

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?

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Hepatitis B virus (HBV)

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Norovirus

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Staphylococcus aureus (Golden staph)

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Influenza virus

Question 8

Which of the following is a common route of transmission for respiratory infections?

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Inhalation of droplets

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Contact with contaminated surfaces

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Ingestion of contaminated food or water

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Blood-to-blood contact

Question 9

When managing a suspected outbreak of infection in a social care setting, the first step should be to:

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Isolate suspected cases

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Contact Public Health England

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Increase cleaning and disinfection measures

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Inform the Care Quality Commission (CQC)

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT an effective hand hygiene method for preventing the spread of infectious diseases?

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Wearing disposable gloves without performing hand hygiene

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Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water

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Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer

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Drying hands thoroughly with a clean towel

Question 11

A common type of bacteria encountered in social care settings is:

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Staphylococcus aureus

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Strep throat

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Influenza virus

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Measles virus

Question 12

The primary transmission route for bloodborne pathogens is:

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Contact with contaminated surfaces or needles

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Airborne droplets

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Consuming contaminated food

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Insect bites

Question 13

The main purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in preventing exposure to biological hazards is to:

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Create a physical barrier

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Eliminate the hazard

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Enhance comfort

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Prevent infection spread

Question 14

Which of the following is not a type of bloodborne pathogen?

Accepted Answer

Influenza virus

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HIV

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Hepatitis B

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Hepatitis C

Question 15

Which of the following is **NOT** a biological hazard encountered in social care settings?

Accepted Answer

Chemical hazards

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Bloodborne pathogens

Question 16

Which of the following is specifically considered a bloodborne pathogen?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B virus (HBV)

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Influenza virus

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Measles virus

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Tetanus bacteria

Question 17

Which of the following is a key element of effective hand hygiene practice?

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Using soap and water for at least 20 seconds

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Applying hand sanitizer to dry hands

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Drying hands on a shared towel

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Rinsing hands with cold water

Question 18

Which of the following is **NOT** a recommended practice for waste disposal in a social care setting?

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Burning clinical waste in open incinerators

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Separating clinical waste from general waste

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Disposing of needles in sharps containers

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Using color-coded waste bins for different waste types

Question 19

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of infection control?

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Preventing the transmission and spread of microorganisms

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Eliminating all microorganisms from the environment

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Using strong disinfectants on all surfaces

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Relying solely on personal protective equipment for protection

Question 20

Which of the following is a common mode of transmission for respiratory infections?

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Inhalation of airborne droplets containing the virus or bacteria

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Contact with contaminated surfaces

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Ingestion of contaminated food or water

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Direct contact with an infected person's blood

Question 21

How does surveillance help control infections?

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It helps detect outbreaks early.

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It improves staff training.

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It reduces antibiotic use.

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It improves cleaning practices.

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a type of biological hazard encountered in social care settings?

Accepted Answer

Chemicals

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Bloodborne pathogens

Question 23

What is the distinction between a pathogen and a non-pathogen?

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Pathogens cause disease, while non-pathogens do not

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Non-pathogens are harmful to humans, while pathogens are not

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Pathogens are only found in hospitals, while non-pathogens are found everywhere

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There is no difference between pathogens and non-pathogens

Question 24

Which of the following is the recommended method for disposing of clinical waste?

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Incineration

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General waste bin

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Recycling bin

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Landfill

Question 25

When is it NOT necessary to wear a face mask as part of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

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When handling clean linens

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When cleaning up a blood spill

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When providing care to a patient with a known respiratory infection

Question 26

Which body fluid carries the greatest risk of spreading bloodborne diseases?

Accepted Answer

Blood

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Saliva

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Urine

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Feces

Question 27

Which of the following biological hazards is commonly encountered in social care settings?

Accepted Answer

Bloodborne pathogens

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Electrical hazards

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Radiation

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Chemical spills

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of infection control measures?

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To prevent the transmission of infections

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To treat infections

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To maintain a clean environment

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To eliminate all microorganisms

Question 29

Which of the following is an appropriate hand hygiene practice?

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Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

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Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer only

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Wearing gloves without changing them frequently

Question 30

What is the main route of transmission for bloodborne pathogens?

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Contact with infected blood or bodily fluids

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Touching contaminated surfaces

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Inhalation of contaminated air

Question 31

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of viruses?

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They require a host cell to reproduce

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They are larger than bacteria

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They can be transmitted through direct contact

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They can be killed by antibiotics

Question 32

Which government agency is responsible for regulating health and safety in the workplace in the UK?

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Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

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Public Health England (PHE)

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Care Quality Commission (CQC)

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National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

Question 33

What is the main purpose of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling biological hazards?

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To protect the wearer from exposure to hazardous substances

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To comply with regulations

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To prevent contamination of the environment

Question 34

Which of the following methods is used for the disposal of biological hazards?

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Incineration

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Composting

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Landfilling without treatment

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Recycling

Question 35

What is the immediate action to be taken in case of exposure to a biological hazard?

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Seek medical attention

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Clean the area with bleach

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Report the incident to management

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Notify the HSE

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a type of biological hazard encountered in social care settings?

Accepted Answer

Chemical spills

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Bacteria

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Viruses

Question 37

What is the most common mode of transmission for norovirus?

Accepted Answer

Ingestion of contaminated food or water

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Contact with infected blood or bodily fluids

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Inhalation of airborne droplets

Question 38

What is the recommended action if you accidentally come into contact with blood or other bodily fluids?

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Wash the affected area immediately with soap and water, and seek medical attention if necessary

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Ignore it and continue with your work

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Clean the area with a disinfectant wipe

Question 39

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of risk assessment in relation to biological hazards?

Accepted Answer

Eliminate or minimize the hazard at its source

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Training staff on infection control procedures only

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Reliance solely on personal protective equipment (PPE)

Question 40

What is the name of the virus that causes COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

SARS-CoV-2

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Influenza A

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Measles virus

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HIV

Question 41

What is considered a sharps injury in the context of biological hazards?

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A cut or puncture from a contaminated object

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A bite from an infected animal

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A splash of contaminated fluid in the eye

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A burn from a contaminated surface

Question 42

What is a primary benefit of using a risk assessment to manage biological hazards?

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Identification of potential hazards and implementation of appropriate control measures

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Fulfillment of a legal obligation only

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Guarantee of complete elimination of all risks

Question 43

What is the primary function of personal protective equipment (PPE) in preventing exposure to biological hazards?

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Providing a barrier between the individual and the hazard

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Replacing the need for infection control measures

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Completely eliminating the hazard